freshwater

Molly

Poecilia sphenops
easy
Molly

Quick stats

๐Ÿ“Size
10cm
๐ŸชฃMin tank
60L
๐ŸŒก๏ธTemperature
25 to 28C
๐ŸงชpH
7.5 to 8.5
โญDifficulty
easy
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธHardiness
Very hardy
๐ŸŒŠWater type
freshwater

๐Ÿ“Care notes

Hardy livebearer that tolerates slightly brackish water. Sailfin mollies are spectacular. Algae grazer that benefits from plant matter in its diet for optimal health.

๐Ÿฝ๏ธFeeding

Flakes, algae wafers, vegetables. Include plant based foods for optimal health and vibrant colour.

๐ŸฃBreeding

Livebearers. Females give birth to 20 to 100 fry every 4 to 6 weeks depending on size and condition.

๐ŸคGood tankmates

Guppies, Platy, Swordtail, Corydoras

โš ๏ธAvoid mixing with

Aggressive cichlids

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