Care guide at a glance
Poecilia latipinna
Description
A sailfin molly in gold and black with the extended lyre-shaped tail, the upper and lower lobes drawn out into fine points. Substantial and eye-catching.
Feeding
Omnivorous with a strong vegetable requirement. Spirulina flake, algae wafers, blanched vegetables and frozen foods.
Compatibility
Generally peaceful but large and boisterous at feeding time. Keep more females than males. Best with other hard-water species.
Behaviour and personality
Active, bold and constantly grazing algae from surfaces.
Before you buy
Mollies need hard, alkaline water and are prone to illness in soft acidic tanks. They are also larger than people expect and breed prolifically.
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