Sunset Platy Care Guide
Xiphophorus maculatus
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Bioload Score
2000
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 7 cm / 2.8"
- 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 omnivore that eats algae, plant matter and small invertebrates.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful livebearers, small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras and small peaceful loricariid catfish.
Good to Know
The Sunset Platy is a selectively bred colour form of Xiphophorus maculatus, prized for its warm orange-red body that resembles a sunset.
Gender Differences
Males are smaller and have a pointed gonopodium, while females are larger, rounder and may show a dark gravid spot.
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