Lyretail Molly
General
- Geographic Origin:
- Costa Rica
- Panama
- Latin Name: Poecilia sp.
- Other Names & Variants:
- Silver Lyretail Molly
Characteristics
- Colors: Black , Orange , Red , Silver , White , Yellow
- Lifespan: 3.0 - 5.0 years
- Average Size: 4.5 inches
- Temperament: Communal
- Breeding Style: Live Bearer
- Substrate Preference: More research required
- Swim Zone: Middle
Foods
The following foods are recommended for Lyretail Molly.
- Algae
- Bloodworms (frozen)
- Bloodworms (live)
- Daphnia (frozen)
- Daphnia (live)
- Flakes
- Pellets
Water Parameters
Parameters below are based on research and fish keeping experience. Note that fish bred in captivity can adjust to different water parameters over time. Local selection may differ.
- Water Flow Preference: Normal
- pH:
7.5 - 8.5
- Temperature: 72.0°F - 82.0°F
Tank Mates
Below are recommended tank mates based on characteristics, behavior and water parameters.
The Lyretail Molly is best kept in groups of 4.
- Bleeding Heart Tetra
- Bristlenose Pleco
- Bronze Corydora
- Dwarf Gourami
- Dwarf Petricola Catfish
- Electric Yellow Cichlid
- Sterbai Corydora