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Molly (Lyretail) Poecilia latipinna

Water: Freshwater

Molly (Lyretail) photo
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Molly (Lyretail) photo
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Molly (Lyretail) photo
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Overview

Scientific name
Poecilia latipinna
Origin region
SE USA
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Top-Mid
Adult size (cm)
15.00
Minimum tank (L)
120
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore (algae)

Water parameters

Temperature (°C)
24.0–30.0
pH
7.50–8.50
GH (dGH)
10.0–20.0
KH (dKH)
5.0–12.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–5.00

Habitat & environment

SE USA

Feeding

Omnivore (algae)

Temperament & behaviour

Peaceful

Breeding & care

Livebearer.

Notes

Extended lyre-shaped caudal fin.

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