Mickey Mouse Marlboro Platy Xiphophorus Maculatus 3cm - Real Aquatics
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Mickey Mouse Marlboro Platy Xiphophorus Maculatus 3cm - Real Aquatics

Mickey Mouse Marlboro Platy Xiphophorus Maculatus 3cm

Real AquaticsSKU: FSH-02761

Delivered before 1pm on a day of your choosing
Available delivery days are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Livestock delivery is £20 by DX Couriers (no min. order value)

Price:
£5.00

Description

Mickey Mouse Marlboro Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus)
Overview

The Mickey Mouse Marlboro Platy is a vibrant and hardy freshwater livebearer, named for the distinctive black “Mickey Mouse” marking near its tail. With bright red-orange body coloration and striking patterns, this platy adds color and activity to community aquariums.

Origin

A selectively bred variety of the common platy, originally derived from Central America. Adapted to aquarium life and widely available in the hobby.

Feeding

Omnivorous and easy to feed:

  • High-quality flakes or pellets
  • Frozen or live foods such as daphnia, bloodworms, or brine shrimp
  • Occasional vegetable matter (blanched spinach, zucchini, or algae wafers)
Tank Mates

Peaceful and ideal for community tanks. Compatible with:

  • Other livebearers (mollies, swordtails, platies)
  • Tetras, rasboras, and danios
  • Corydoras and other non-aggressive bottom dwellers

Avoid: Aggressive or overly large species that may harass them.

Aggression

Low. Generally peaceful, but males may occasionally nudge each other during breeding.

Experience Level

Beginner. Extremely hardy, adaptable, and easy to care for, making it ideal for novice aquarists.

Water Parameters
  • Temperature: 70–78°F (21–26°C)
  • pH: 7.0–8.0
  • Hardness: 10–20 dGH
  • Notes: Provide plants and hiding spots to encourage natural behavior. Regular water changes keep colors bright and fish healthy.

The Mickey Mouse Marlboro Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) is a colorful, peaceful, and hardy livebearer, perfect for community aquariums and beginner-friendly setups.

DX courier delivery is £20 per livestock order.
Delivery is scheduled for your selected delivery date and typically arrives before 1pm.
There is no minimum or maximum order value.

Additional information:

  • In-stock livestock orders will be processed and dispatched for delivery on the date selected on the cart/basket page.
  • Available delivery days are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
  • If any stock issues affect your chosen delivery date, we will contact you as soon as possible by email or telephone.
  • Shipping for dry goods is charged separately from livestock delivery. Dry goods are dispatched according to our standard delivery policy.
  • All livestock remains covered by our 7-day guarantee.

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