Pet Shops Bookstore Software Supplies TFN Fish Club Calculators Linear Volume Temp. Excellent for community tanks or for people new to the hobby. Feed with flakes or algae. Some salt in the water will do the fish good. Very good beginner or new tank fish.
Females grow larger and have a more rounded body.
Floating plants will help with the survival of the baby Platies, as the parents may turn carnivorous. Breeding comes naturally to livebearers, so virtually no effort is needed to breed them. The babies should be removed to ensure their survival. Platies are easy and a great fish for beginners or new aquariums. Please use the convenient feedback form or send mail with any comments regarding or contributions to this web site.