Southern Platyfish
class: Actinopterygiigenus: Xiphophorusorder: Cyprinodontiformesfamily: Poeciliidaephylum: Chordata
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Care Requirements
Diet
Omnivore
Temp. Range
22°C - 28°C
Lifespan
3-4 years
Habitat
Tropical Freshwater Aquarium
Space Needed
Minimum 40 litres for a small group
ph
7.0 - 8.3
water hardness
10 - 25 dGH
Highly prolific livebearer that breeds easily in home aquariums; benefits from a higher ratio of females to males to reduce breeding stress.
Health & Vaccinations
Common Health Risks
IchthyophthiriasisFin RotVelvet DiseaseLivebearer Disease
Toxic To
Copper sulfateHigh ammonia levels
Interactive Connections
Compatible Tankmates
Incompatible (Do Not Mix)
Diet & Preferred Feed
Required Habitat Setup
Compatible Plants & Flora
Recommended Medicines & Treatments
Prone to Diseases & Infections
Ichthyophthiriasis
Fin Rot
Velvet Disease
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