Gold 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 (70–79°F)
- pH Range
- 7 – 8.2
- Min Tank Size
- 40L (11 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 3 fish
- Tank Level
- Mid-Top
- Origin
- North America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
An omnivorous diet includes algae, plant matter, small invertebrates and prepared foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include other peaceful livebearers, small tetras, rasboras, corydoras and peaceful small gouramis.
Good to Know
The Gold Mickey Mouse Platy is named for the distinctive dark marking near its tail, which resembles the head and ears of Mickey Mouse.
Gender Differences
Males are smaller and have a pointed gonopodium, while females are larger-bodied with a rounded anal fin and often a fuller abdomen.
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