Northern Mountain Swordtail (Xiphophorus nezahualcoyotl)
Fish in the family Poeciliidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameXiphophorus nezahualcoyotl
FamilyPoeciliidae
Also known asNezahualcoyotl Swordtail
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size2.8 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 66-78°F, pH 7.2-8.2, GH 12-28 dGH
Appearance
Slender swordtail; males develop a long, dark-edged sword and zigzag flank striping. Subtle, elegant wild coloration.
Difficulty and care for the Northern Mountain Swordtail
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Rio Panuco basin, Mexico
Keeper notes
Peaceful highland swordtail; males display long swords and may spar mildly. A wild-type collector's species.
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