{"product_id":"mickey-mouse-marlboro-platy-xiphophorus-maculatus-3cm","title":"Mickey Mouse Marlboro Platy Xiphophorus Maculatus 3cm","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eMickey Mouse Marlboro Platy (\u003cem\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eA selectively bred variety of the common platy, originally derived from Central America. Adapted to aquarium life and widely available in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eOmnivorous and easy to feed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality flakes or pellets\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen or live foods such as daphnia, bloodworms, or brine shrimp\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasional vegetable matter (blanched spinach, zucchini, or algae wafers)\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeaceful and ideal for community tanks. Compatible with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther livebearers (mollies, swordtails, platies)\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTetras, rasboras, and danios\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras and other non-aggressive bottom dwellers\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aggressive or overly large species that may harass them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAggression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eLow. Generally peaceful, but males may occasionally nudge each other during breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeginner. Extremely hardy, adaptable, and easy to care for, making it ideal for novice aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–78°F (21–26°C)\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.0\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20 dGH\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide plants and hiding spots to encourage natural behavior. Regular water changes keep colors bright and fish healthy.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mickey Mouse Marlboro Platy (\u003cem\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a colorful, peaceful, and hardy livebearer, perfect for community aquariums and beginner-friendly setups.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Real Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56864499237239,"sku":"FSH-02761","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/0386\/8610\/files\/Mickey-Mouse-Marlboro-Platy-Xiphophorus-Maculatus.png?v=1773333236","url":"https:\/\/realaquatics.co.uk\/products\/mickey-mouse-marlboro-platy-xiphophorus-maculatus-3cm","provider":"Real Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}