Blue Mickey Mouse Platy Care Guide
Xiphophorus maculatus
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Bioload Score
2000
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 6 cm / 2.4"
- Temperature
- 21–26°C (70–78°F)
- pH Range
- 7 – 8.2
- Min Tank Size
- 60L (16 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 3 fish
- Tank Level
- Mid-Top
- Origin
- North America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
An omnivore that eats algae, plant matter, small invertebrates and prepared foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include other peaceful livebearers, small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras and peaceful dwarf shrimp.
Good to Know
The Blue Mickey Mouse Platy is a selectively bred colour variety of Xiphophorus maculatus, named for the distinctive dark Mickey Mouse-shaped marking near its tail.
Gender Differences
Males are smaller and have a pointed gonopodium, while females are larger, rounder-bodied and retain a fan-shaped anal fin.
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