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Silver Molly Poecilia sphenops

Water: Freshwater

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Overview

Scientific name
Poecilia sphenops
Origin region
Central America (Mexico to Colombia)
Care level
easy
Level in tank
Mid-Top
Adult size (cm)
8.00
Minimum tank (L)
75
Temperament
peaceful
Diet
Omnivore (algae, biofilm, flakes; small live/frozen)

Water parameters

Temperature (°C)
24.0–28.0
pH
7.50–8.50
GH (dGH)
10.0–30.0
KH (dKH)
8.0–20.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–5.00

Habitat & environment

Central America (Mexico to Colombia)

Feeding

Omnivore (algae, biofilm, flakes; small live/frozen)

Temperament & behaviour

peaceful

Breeding & care

Standard livebearer; easy to breed in community tanks.

Notes

Clean silver/white morph; keep on veg-rich diet to prevent nipping and obesity.

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Created: 2025-09-01 10:50:54
Updated: 2025-09-01 10:50:54
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