Pygmy Swordtail (Xiphophorus pygmaeus)
Fish in the family Poeciliidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameXiphophorus pygmaeus
FamilyPoeciliidae
Also known asDwarf Swordtail
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size1.6 in
Minimum tank size10 gallons
Water parametersTemp 70-80°F, pH 7.2-8.2, GH 12-28 dGH
Appearance
One of the smallest swordtails; males show a yellowish to coppery body with little or no sword extension. A wild-type collector's fish.
Difficulty and care for the Pygmy Swordtail
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Rio Panuco basin, Mexico
Keeper notes
Peaceful nano swordtail; males have almost no sword and rely on body color/courtship. Keep as a colony.
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