Sailfin Molly Care Guide
Poecilia latipinna
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Bioload Score
4000
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 15 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 18–28°C (64–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7 – 8.5
- Min Tank Size
- 75L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 4 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 other tiny food items.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include platies, swordtails, other peaceful mollies, larger peaceful tetras, danionins and calm bottom-dwelling catfish.
Good to Know
The Sailfin Molly, Poecilia latipinna, is named for the male's conspicuously enlarged dorsal fin, which can be raised like a sail during display.
Gender Differences
Males are smaller and have a pointed gonopodium and a much taller sail-like dorsal fin, while females are larger, rounder and may show a gravid spot.
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