Mexican Molly
Poecilia mexicana
FishFreshwater
Poecilia mexicana reaches 8-10 cm. Its body is elongated, gray-green with silvery reflections. Males have a gonopodium. Females are rounder. This fish is peaceful and gregarious. It swims at all levels. It tolerates brackish water. It is a livebearer that breeds easily. Several color varieties have been selected.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 7–8.5 |
| GH | 10–25 |
| KH | 10–20 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 30 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 1 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank80 L
Min. group4
Adult size8 cm
Lifespan4 ans
TemperamentPeaceful
Care notes
A minimum 80 L tank is recommended. Water can be soft to hard (GH 10-25, KH 10-20), pH 7.0-8.5, temperature 24-28°C. Salt addition is tolerated. Moderate filtration and dense vegetation are appreciated. Feed flakes, pellets and blanched vegetables. Keep a group of 4-6 individuals. Avoid aggressive fish. Perform 20% weekly water changes.