• Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata

• Family: Poeciliidae (Livebearers)

• Origin: Central and South America (100% tank-bred strains available)

• Adult Size: Males 1.2–1.6 inches (3–4 cm); Females 2 inches (5–6 cm)

• Temperament: 100% Peaceful and highly active. Top-to-midwater swimmer.

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 22°C - 28°C (72°F - 82°F)

• pH: 7.0 - 8.5 (Thrives in neutral to alkaline water chemistry)

• Hardness (GH): 10 - 25 dGH (Prefers moderately hard to hard water; highly sensitive to soft, acidic setups)

Tank & Feeding Guide

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons (approx. 40 liters) for a small colony. Always maintain a strict ratio of 1 male to 2-3 females to distribute breeding behavior safely.

• Diet and Nutrition: Unfussy omnivores with a high demand for vegetable matter. They greedily accept premium dry flakes, micro-pellets, blanched greens, and frozen/live foods (Brine Shrimp, Daphnia) to optimize coloration and successful spawn rates.