Black Molly Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Black Molly in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons (75 liters)
• Compatibility: Generally compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized community fish. Avoid fin-nippers or overly aggressive species. Good tank mates include other livebearers, tetras, rasboras, and corydoras.
• Special requirements: Black Mollies appreciate well-planted tanks with open swimming areas. They benefit from the addition of aquarium salt (1-2 teaspoons per gallon) in freshwater setups, especially if kept in harder water, as it can help prevent certain diseases. They are prolific breeders, and a male-to-female ratio of 1:2 or 1:3 is recommended to prevent excessive harassment of females.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-82°F (22-28°C)

pH level

7.0-8.5

Hardness

10-25 dGH

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