| Family: | Poeciliidae |
| Species: |
Xiphophorus variatus |
| Common Name: |
Variatus, Variable platyfish, Variegated Platy. |
| Size: | Up to 2.75 inches (7.0cm) Females larger than males. |
| Habitat: | Central America:Â Endemic to Mexico from southern Tamaulipas to northern Veracruz. |
| Min Tank Size: | 24″ 15 gallon (56.7 Litre). |
| Diet: | Omnivorous, not demanding, flake frozen or live. Supplement with green material. |
| Behavior: | Peaceful, prefers conspecific company. Keep one male with several females. |
| Water: | Temperature 59 77°F (15 25°C); pH 7.0-8.0 dH range: 9 19 |
| Care: | Well planted and well lit aquarium, with no large tank mates. |
| Communities: | Good. |
| Suitability: | Good for all. |
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