With its striking solid red body, active behaviour, and gentle temperament, this fish makes a beautiful addition to any tank. Red Platies are extremely hardy and can adapt to a variety of water conditions, making them ideal for new hobbyists and experienced fishkeepers alike.
They are livebearers—meaning they give birth to live young—so you may also enjoy watching tiny fry appear in the tank. Perfect for community aquariums, they mix well with mollies, guppies, swordtails, tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and shrimp.
This bright and lively species brings a cheerful look to nano tanks, planted setups, and home aquariums.
Why have them
Bright, solid red colour
Peaceful community fish
Extremely hardy & beginner-friendly
Thrives in planted tanks
Easy to feed – flakes, pellets, frozen foods
Perfect for small & medium aquariums (40L+)















