Platy Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Platy in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 38 liters (10 gallons)
• Compatibility: Excellent community fish, compatible with most peaceful species of similar size, such as other livebearers, tetras, rasboras, and corydoras.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted tank with open swimming areas. Males can be persistent in breeding, so a ratio of 2-3 females per male is recommended to reduce stress on females. Good filtration and regular water changes are essential.

Water parameters

Temperature

20-26 °C (68-79 °F)

pH level

7.0-8.0

Hardness

10-25 dGH

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