How To Keep Platy Fish

Platy fish is still considered holding a large fish for beginners. The species is native to Central America and is known for its beautiful bright colors. Here are some important tips if you want to keep Platyfischen -

First There are many varieties of Platys and their names are associated with their colors. So it is Platys gold , salt and pepper platies , Platys black , blue and calico Platys Platys . There is a wide choice available in the market and you should choose carefully in order to achieve a combination perfectly.

The second most varieties of Platyfischen carry a large dark spot on his tail. For this reason they are also called Harlequin . Some people call them Mickey Mouse Platy ! Pay particular attention to this point , while buying . If the stain fade or have not seen, they do not buy .

3 They have a lifespan of about three years. You can tolerate different degrees of hardness and a variety of water temperatures . However, if you keep the temperature of the water cooler, in the range of 60-75 ° C , they are very active and brighten their colors.

4 Your eating habits are entirely normal . They can be fed live food , frozen , flake food or algae from the aquarium! However, it is advisable to feed them with a variety of things, so they get the right nutrition.

5 females are larger than males. Females can grow up to 3 inches , but males that grow up to 2 inches . Males on the basis of their color and size are identified . They have a modified anal fin .

6 They are peaceful in nature and they can get in the same aquarium with other fish species. However, you should not keep a lot of men in the same aquarium, as they begin to fight among themselves . Another important thing about the other 's waist. If you have species that are large Platyfischen may not feel comfortable with them.

7 Although peaceful in breeding, they will be aggressive. Males are relentless , and they will attack females. Sometimes it is the women so badly that women can die badly! To avoid this, you should keep a few women ( at least three or four of them ) for each male . This will distribute the risk!

8 They are very fast breeders and multiply their population in the shortest possible time. So if you put them in your aquarium , you should think enough space for the future. You'll need plenty of space to swim and when they are kept in an aquarium packed, they will develop stress and they do not live longer.

9 If you can not accommodate a large aquarium in your house that you get from a garden pond can keep thinking.

10 They require a heater in the aquarium. In fact, if you keep them in cold water , they will be healthy and live longer. However , you must provide adequate lighting in the aquarium so that the lights come on and enjoy your family and friends to watch.

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