Butler's Molly

Poecilia butleri

Familia : Poeciliidae

PezAgua dulcemolly

Butler's Molly is a peaceful freshwater fish from Mexico, appreciated for its silvery coloration and ease of care.

Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor

Descripción

This molly has a robust, slightly compressed body. Males are smaller and have a gonopodium. Coloration is generally silvery with bluish reflections and sometimes black spots. Females are larger and rounder. It is an active fish that prefers hard, slightly alkaline water. It can tolerate slight salinity. It breeds easily, with females giving birth to live fry.

Hábitat

Región :

Coastal rivers and lagoons of the Mexican Pacific

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2428 °C
pH7.58.5
GH1530 °dGH
KH1020 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L

Cuidado

Dificultad
2/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Tanque mín.
80 L
Grupo mín.
4
Tamaño adulto
6 cm
Esperanza de vida
3 años
Temperamento
Paisible
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

Minimum 80-liter tank. Temperature 24-28°C, pH 7.5-8.5, GH 15-30. Omnivorous, accepts flakes, algae, live foods. Adding aquarium salt (1 tsp per 20L) can be beneficial. Keep one male per two or three females. Compatible with other peaceful fish. Regular water changes. Ovoviviparous reproduction.

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