Cauca Molly (Poecilia caucana)
Fish in the family Poeciliidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific namePoecilia caucana
FamilyPoeciliidae
Also known asSouth American Molly
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size1.6 in
Minimum tank size10 gallons
Water parametersTemp 74-82°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 10-25 dGH
Appearance
Small South American livebearer with faint flank spots and yellow-tinged dorsal in males; resembles a tiny molly.
Difficulty and care for the Cauca Molly
Easy
Origin and habitat
Colombia, Venezuela and Panama
Keeper notes
Peaceful small molly-type livebearer; community-safe with gentle fish. Males court persistently.
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