Species profile
Swordtail
Xiphophorus helleriiSwordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii) aquarium profile: minimum 30 gallon tank, 4 inch adult size, 72-79°F temperature range, and beginner-friendly care. Keep a group of at least 3.
Community leaningBeginner-friendly care
30 galMinimum tank
4 inAdult size
3Schooling minimum
72-79°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 7-8.3
- 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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