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| Family: |
Poeciliidae |
| Species: |
Xiphophorus variatus |
| Common Name: |
Variatus, Variable platyfish, Variegated Platy. |
| Size: |
Up to 2.75 inches (7.0cm) Females larger than males. |
| Habitat: |
Central America: Endemic to Mexico from southern Tamaulipas to northern Veracruz. |
| Min Tank Size: |
24" 15 gallon (56.7 Litre). |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous, not demanding, flake frozen or live.
Supplement with green material. |
| Behavior: |
Peaceful, prefers conspecific company. Keep one male with several females. |
| Water: |
Temperature 59 - 77°F (15 - 25°C); pH 7.0-8.0
dH range: 9 - 19 |
| Care: |
Well planted and well lit aquarium, with no large
tank mates. |
| Communities: |
Good. |
| Suitability: |
Good for all. |
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