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Molly (Dalmatian) Poecilia sphenops

Water: Freshwater

Molly (Dalmatian) photo
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Molly (Dalmatian) photo
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Molly (Dalmatian) photo
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Overview

Scientific name
Poecilia sphenops
Origin region
Mexico
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Top-Mid
Adult size (cm)
10.00
Minimum tank (L)
80
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore (algae)

Water parameters

Temperature (°C)
24.0–30.0
pH
7.20–8.40
GH (dGH)
8.0–20.0
KH (dKH)
4.0–12.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–5.00

Habitat & environment

Mexico

Feeding

Omnivore (algae)

Temperament & behaviour

Peaceful

Breeding & care

Livebearer.

Notes

Black spots on white body.

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