{"product_id":"red-platy-xiphophorus-maculatus","title":"Red Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Red Platy (\u003ci\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/i\u003e), often designated commercially as \u003cb\u003eXIPH. MAC. RED\u003c\/b\u003e, is a vibrant, hardy, and exceptionally peaceful livebearing freshwater fish. Recognized for its rich, solid red coloration, this classic species is a staple of the aquarium hobby and stands out as an ideal choice for beginner aquarists setting up their first community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShort Description \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Platy features a stocky, streamlined body adorned with a brilliant, uniform red hue that adds striking warmth and activity to any freshwater setup. Growing to a manageable size of around 2 inches, they possess a peaceful demeanor and thrive best in small groups. Because they are livebearers, they display fascinating social behaviors and are remarkably adaptable to standard community water parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Product Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Platy, Moonfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy (Beginner-Friendly)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperament\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful Community Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMax Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 to 2.5 inches (5 to 6 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnivore (Flakes, pellets, and frozen foods)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMin Tank Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 Gallons (38 Liters)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemp: 72°F–82°F (22°C–28°C) | pH: 7.0–8.0 | KH: 10–25\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Beginner Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Aquarium Setup \u0026amp; Social Dynamics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Platies are active swimmers that prefer to occupy the middle and upper levels of the water column. They are social schooling fish that feel most secure when kept in groups of three or more. A minimum 10-gallon aquarium featuring a secure lid is recommended, as livebearers can occasionally jump. They flourish in planted aquariums with ample open swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Feeding \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs uncomplicated omnivores, Red Platies readily accept high-quality flake foods, micro pellets, and vegetable matter like spirulina. To maintain optimal coloration and health, supplement their daily diet with occasional treats of frozen or freeze-dried brine shrimp, daphnia, or bloodworms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Breeding \u0026amp; Community Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaties are prolific livebearers, meaning females give birth to free-swimming fry rather than laying eggs. If breeding occurs in a community tank, providing dense vegetation (such as Java Moss) will give the fry safe hiding spots. Their gentle disposition makes them safe companions for tetras, corydoras, rasboras, and peaceful invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Platy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57208984109396,"sku":"31053","price":3.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/5828\/7444\/files\/XIPH.MAC.REDM.jpg?v=1789819810","url":"https:\/\/www.tropicalmarineaquatic.com\/products\/red-platy-xiphophorus-maculatus","provider":"Tropical Marine Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}