Fourspot Merry Widow (Phallichthys quadripunctatus)
Fish in the family Poeciliidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific namePhallichthys quadripunctatus
FamilyPoeciliidae
Also known asFour-spotted Widow
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size1.6 in
Minimum tank size10 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-82°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 10-25 dGH
Appearance
Small grey livebearer with four dark spots along the flank and faint barring; modest but pleasant coloration.
Difficulty and care for the Fourspot Merry Widow
Easy
Origin and habitat
Costa Rica
Keeper notes
Peaceful and small; safe in gentle community or species tanks. Males have a long gonopodium typical of the genus.
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