Species profile
Balloon Molly
Poecilia sphenopsBalloon Molly (Poecilia sphenops) aquarium profile: minimum 30 gallon tank, 4.5 inch adult size, 75-82°F temperature range, and moderate care. Keep a group of at least 3.
Community leaningModerate care
30 galMinimum tank
4.5 inAdult size
3Schooling minimum
75-82°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 7.5-8.5
- GH
- 15-30 dGH
- KH
- 8-20 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 0/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- omnivore/algae grazer
- Diet difficulty
- 2/5
- Care difficulty
- 3/5
Planning Notes
Moderate care needs; may require mature grazing surfaces or supplemental fresh/frozen foods.
This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.
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