Catemaco Platy (Xiphophorus milleri)
Fish in the family Poeciliidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameXiphophorus milleri
FamilyPoeciliidae
Also known asMiller's Platy
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size1.6 in
Minimum tank size10 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-82°F, pH 7.2-8.4, GH 12-28 dGH
Appearance
Small platy endemic to Lake Catemaco; modest spotting and yellow-grey tones. Maintained mostly by dedicated livebearer hobbyists.
Difficulty and care for the Catemaco Platy
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Lake Catemaco, Veracruz, Mexico
Keeper notes
Peaceful endemic platy; males display modest color morphs. A specialist conservation-interest species.
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