Species profile
Red Platy
Xiphophorus maculatusRed Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) aquarium profile: minimum 20 gallon tank, 2.5 inch adult size, 72-78°F temperature range, and beginner-friendly care. Keep a group of at least 3.
Community leaningBeginner-friendly care
20 galMinimum tank
2.5 inAdult size
3Schooling minimum
72-78°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 7-8.2
- GH
- 10-25 dGH
- KH
- 4-12 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 0/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- omnivore
- Diet difficulty
- 1/5
- Care difficulty
- 1/5
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