Platy – Papagei (Parrot) Xiphophorus maculatus
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Xiphophorus maculatus
Origin region
Central America (Mexico, Belize, Guatemala)
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Top-Mid
Adult size (cm)
6.00
Minimum tank (L)
60
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
22.0–28.0
pH
7.00–8.20
GH (dGH)
8.0–20.0
KH (dKH)
3.0–12.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–5.00
Habitat & environment
Central America (Mexico, Belize, Guatemala)
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Livebearer; frequent fry; provide cover for young.
Notes
Bright orange-red “parrot” morph.