Pineapple Swordtail
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The Pineapple Swordtail (Xiphophorus helleri) is a popular freshwater fish species that is native to Central America.
It belongs to the family Poeciliidae, which also includes other popular aquarium fish such as guppies and mollies.
The Pineapple Swordtail gets its name from the pineapple-like coloration on its body.
I. Size
- Average Adult Size: Â 5 inches
- Maximum Adult Size: 5.5 inches
- Swimming Level: Top and middle levels
II. You would love the fish because…
The Pineapple Swordtail has a bright, pineapple-like coloration on its body, with a mix of yellow, orange, and green tones. They have a sword-like extension on their tails that is longer in males than in females.
This species can grow up to 4 inches in length, with males typically being larger than females.
Pineapple Swordtails are native to freshwater streams and rivers in Central America.
They are peaceful and social fish that are often kept in community aquariums. They are known for their active and playful nature.
These fish are livebearers, which means that they give birth to live young instead of laying eggs. Males have a modified anal fin called a gonopodium that they use to fertilize the females. The females can give birth to 20-50 fry at a time, and the fry are born fully formed and can swim and feed on their own immediately after birth.
Overall, the Pineapple Swordtail is a popular and easy-to-care-for aquarium fish that is prized for its attractive coloration and lively behavior.
 III. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?
- Recommended: 4-6
- Recommended Male/Female – 1 with many females
- Overall friendliness : Peaceful
- Friendliness with own kind: Peaceful
- Friendliness with other species: Peaceful
IV. Species compatibility
- Platy Fish
- Molly Fish
- Angelfish
- Cory Catfish
- Rosy Barbs
- Dwarf Gourami
- Neon Tetras
- Celestial Pearl Danios
V. How to feed this species?
This species is omnivorous and will eat a variety of foods including algae, plant matter, and small aquatic invertebrates.
Recommended food
- WA Micro Pellet Young Adult Fish Feed
- Taiyo Aini Fast Red Pellet Fish Food
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| Weight | 2 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 20 × 30 cm |
| Family | Poeciliidae |
| Genus | Xiphophorus |
| Scientific Name | Xiphophorus hellerii |
| Tank size | 20 gallons |
| Special Diet | fresh vegetables such as brine shrimp (either live or dried) and earthworms, bloodworms, daphnia, crickets, and plankton |
| Native To | Central America and North America |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Max water Temp | 79 °F |
| Min Water Temp | 72 °F |
| pH Max | 8.0 |
| pH Min | 7.0 |
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