Species Profile
Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
Livebearerspeaceful
Adult size
5.5″
Minimum tank
29 gal
Temperature
70–82°F
pH
7–8.4
Schooling
Group of 3+
Water level
mid
Diet
Flake, pellets, veggie
Notes
Larger livebearer. Males can be territorial with each other.
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