Lyretail Balloon Molly

Lyretail Balloon Molly XL: Molly, also known as Poecilia latipinna or Poecilia sphenops, is a tropical fish of small size that comes from South and Central America. Mollies are usually found in freshwater streams, but it is also known that they can be found in brackish coastal seawaters or swamps.

Their capacity to survive in both saltwater and freshwater is one of a kind. They are one of the most popular fish species worldwide because of this ability, as well as their peaceful nature and colorful bodies.

Balloon Mollies can reach a length of about three inches. Their bellies are inflated and round; their common names, are Balloon or Belly Mollies, and their arched backs.

The fish has short fins and a short tail, and the dorsal fin runs all the way down its back. The fish’s face is pointed and somewhat stretched, and the body is short and portly with a trademark expanded midsection.

The wide variety of colors available to choose from is one of the Mollies’ most lovable characteristics. Mollies arrive in a kaleidoscope of varieties, including red, orange, silver, white, dark, yellow, and gold. Variants in marbled and multicolored colors are also common.

II. You would love the fish because…

The Lyretail Balloon Molly is a hybrid variation of the Sailfin Molly, Poecilia latipinna.

It has a large, rounded belly and a back that is arched. These Mollies have a stunning dorsal fin and a large caudal fin that looks like a lyre. Mollies are able to adjust to a variety of aquarium salt levels.

These fish can be kept in either a saltwater or freshwater aquarium with gradual acclimatization. For optimal health in a freshwater aquarium, a teaspoon of aquarium or marine salt per gallon is recommended.

Due to its peaceful nature, the Lyretail Balloon Molly is ideal for any community tank. It is also compatible with other peaceful, large fish in similar water conditions.

III. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?

A  peaceful fish.

IV. Species compatibility

• Corydoras catfish.
• Cherry barbs.
• Danios.
• Dwarf Gourami.
• Platies.
• Rosy barbs.
• Tetras.
• Zebra loaches.

V. How to feed this species?

Mollies are the first to eat anything you drop in the aquarium because they are not picky eaters. Since they are omnivores, any decent blend of proteins and vegetables like great chips, pellets, frozen food sources, and Repashy Soilent Green gel food is good.