Taxonomy Archive

Livebearer Fish Care Guides & Tips

Guppies, mollies, platies, and swordtails: care, gestation cycles, fry care, and mineral requirements.

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beginner Care Freshwater

Endler's Livebearer

Poecilia wingei

Temperament: peaceful

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beginner Care Freshwater

Poecilia reticulata

Temperament: peaceful

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beginner Care Freshwater

Poecilia sphenops (primary); P. latipinna; P. velifera; P. mexicana

Temperament: peaceful

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beginner Care Freshwater

Xiphophorus maculatus

Temperament: peaceful

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beginner Care Freshwater

Xiphophorus hellerii

Temperament: peaceful

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Validate water volume, calculate stocking density, and test bioload before introducing new species to your aquarium.