Platy red tuxedo - Xiphophorus maculatus

The Red Tuxedo Platy is an easy to care for and uncomplicated species of fish that is particularly suitable for beginners. To ensure that the Platy remains happy and healthy, it should be joined by other conspecifics, regardless of their color. Due to their regular mating, colorful offspring may be produced. To distinguish the sexes, you can take a look at the anal fin. In females, which are usually larger, this is extended in a sail shape.

Plant your Tuxedo Platy's aquarium generously, especially in the background and along the edges, so that especially the juveniles can retreat there to be protected from predators. You can socialize the Platy well with other viviparous fish and catfish, but shrimp are also an option. However, it is better to avoid crayfish as they can seriously harm the platy.

A varied and nutritious diet is important to keep the Tuxedo Platy healthy. Offer him dry or flake food, but also live and frozen food like Artemia, Daphnia, Tubifex or mosquito larvae are a good choice.

Our food recommendation: The NatureHolic main feed is a professional staple food for all aquarium fish. We supply Hauptfeed in the form of soft granules, which, thanks to its grain size of half a millimeter, can be easily ingested by small to medium-sized fish. The soft consistency resembles the texture of insect larvae in nature and protects the fish mouth from micro-injuries.

Our plant recommendation: Use for planting NatureHolic InVitros. These are free of snails, planarians and other unwanted co-inhabitants. Also free of algae spores, bacteria and fungi.

Expert Tip: We recommend when keeping fish the NatureHolic 3 Phase Liquid. The care set offers the best all-round protection for your animals. It ensures optimal conditions for successful breeding and keeping.