Platy Marigold M
The Platy Marigold is a striking variety with intense orange-yellow colors reminiscent of the marigold flower.
It often has a progressive gradient from deep red or orange on the back to more golden or yellow shades on the front of the body.
Its body is short, wide and rounded, with a small mouth.
Character and Behavior
Very peaceful and social fish, ideal for community aquariums.
They prefer to live in groups (at least 3-5 individuals).
Lively and active, they do not hide much.
Compatible with other peaceful species such as guppies, mollies, swordtails, corydoras
Reproduction
Viviparous species – meaning it gives birth to live young (not eggs)
A female Platy can give birth to 20–40 young every 4–6 weeks
The young should be isolated or have shelter (e.g. dense plants) to avoid being eaten
Very easy to breed, even for beginners
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Scientific Name: Xiphophorus maculatus
Common Name: Marigold Platy (or Marigold Platy)
Category: Viviparous Freshwater Fish
Family: Poeciliidae
Origin: Central America (breeding mutation)
Care & Environment
Size: 4–6 cm
Temperature: 22–26°C
pH: 7.0–8.2
GH: 10–25 dGH
Minimum Tank Size: 40 liters for a small group
Plants: They like planted aquariums, with places to swim and some cover
Note
A male/female ratio of 1:2 or 1:3 is recommended to avoid stressing the females from constant chasing.
A filter and regular maintenance are required to keep their environment clean and stable.
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