Assorted Platies Bright, Peaceful, and Easy to Keep

Looking for a colourful, low-maintenance fish that thrives in community aquariums? Our Assorted Platies (Xiphophorus maculatus) are the perfect choice! These vibrant livebearers come in a wide range of striking colours and patterns, making them one of the most popular freshwater fish for both beginner and experienced aquarists.

Each order includes a random mix of healthy, high-quality platies, carefully selected to add variety, beauty, and peaceful activity to your tank.

🌈 What’s Included:

You’ll receive an assorted selection from a wide range of colour and pattern types, such as:

• Red Platies

• Sunset Platies

• Mickey Mouse Platies

• Tuxedo Platies

• Gold Wag / Black Wag Platies

• Hi-Fin or Shortfin Variants (based on availability)

All fish are selected at random to provide a unique, colourful mix.

🐟 Species Information:

• Scientific Name: Xiphophorus maculatus

• Common Name: Platy / Assorted Platy

• Adult Size: 5 – 7 cm

• Lifespan: 2 – 4 years

• Minimum Tank Size: 40L (60L+ recommended for small groups)

🌟 Why Choose Assorted Platies?

• Bright Colours: Each fish adds a unique splash of colour to your tank

• Peaceful Nature: Excellent for community tanks and safe around shrimp and snails

• Livebearers: Fun for hobbyists interested in breeding—platies give birth to live fry

• Hardy & Beginner-Friendly: Tolerant of a wide range of water conditions and very easy to care for

💧 Water Parameters:

• Temperature Range: 22°C – 26°C

• pH Range: 7.0 – 8.2

• Hardness: Moderate to hard water preferred

• Tank Setup: Planted tanks with open swimming space are ideal; floating plants provide comfort for fry

🍴 Diet:

Platies are omnivores and enjoy a varied diet, including:

• High-quality tropical flakes or pellets

• Blanched vegetables (spinach, zucchini)

• Live or frozen foods (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms)

• Spirulina-based foods for colour enhancement

🤝 Ideal Tank Mates:

Assorted Platies are peaceful and thrive with other community fish such as:

• Guppies

• Mollies

• Swordtails

• Corydoras

• Danios
  

Avoid aggressive species or large predatory fish.

🛍️ Why Buy from Aquatic Pets SA?

✔️ Healthy, vibrant platies – locally acclimated
✔️ Beautiful mixed varieties in every order
✔️ Fast, safe shipping across South Africa
✔️ Expert support for tank setup, compatibility & breeding tips

Brighten your aquarium with the playful energy and brilliant colours of Assorted Platies. Whether you're setting up your first tank or expanding your community, these fish are a reliable, beautiful, and interactive choice.

👉 Order now from Aquatic Pets SA and let your tank come alive with colour and life!