The Mickey Mouse platy boasts a "hidden Mickey" design located near its tail, is tolerant of a wide range of water conditions, and is relatively easy to breed. Rather than laying eggs, this species bears live young; the sudden appearance of the tiny fry can be fascinating for both young and old fishkeepers. Species Overview The Mickey Mouse Platy is a popular freshwater aquarium fish known for its vibrant colors and unique tail markings resembling the silhouette of Disney's iconic character Mickey Mouse. If you're a beginner aquarist looking for a hardy, yet entertaining pet fish, this species may be the perfect choice for you. by Fabian
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The Mickey Mouse Platy, also known as the Xiphophorus maculatus, is a popular freshwater fish that belongs to the Poeciliidae family. This small, peaceful fish is native to Central America and is named after its vibrant colors and markings, which resemble the iconic character Mickey Mouse. Scientific Name: Xiphophorus Maculatus Common Names: Golden Moon Platy, Moonfish, Mickey Mouse Platy Family: Poeciliidae Origin: Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Northern Belize Social: Peaceful Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons Size: 1-2 inches (3.5 -5 cm) Tank Level: Mid-dweller Diet: Omnivorous Care: Easy Breeding: Livebearer Description Mickey Mouse Platies are small fish with a length of only 3 inches (7.6 cm). They are deep-bodied, round, and fat with large rounded fins and a large tail whose shape looks like Mickey's ears and face. The dorsal fin is adipose (i.e., made of fat) and round. The caudal fin is even more rounded and has white leading edges. The Mickey Mouse Platy is originally from Central and North America. It could be found from northern Belize to Mexico. There are non-native fish populations of these species across the U.S. in Florida, California, Montana, Nevada, Hawaii, Louisiana, and Texas. It's considered to be an endangered species. Appearance
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The Mickey Mouse Platy is an omnivore that will eat commercially prepared flaked foods and algae, as well as freeze-dried bloodworms, tubifex, and brine shrimp. Tank Setup. The Mickey Mouse Platy requires a tank of at least 10 gallons that is densely planted with hardy plants like Java Fern and Java Moss. The Mickey Mouse platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) is a small, brightly colored fish with a unique pattern resembling Mickey Mouse's silhouette, hence its name. Typically, they reach about 1.5 to 2.5 inches (4 to 6 centimeters) in length, making them perfect for community tanks. Mickey Mouse Platys are nano fish, growing to an adult size of just 1 to 2 inches. Gender Differences As is the case with most livebearers, Mickey Mouse Platys exhibit sexual dimorphism which means males and females are different in appearance. Female platys are generally larger and not as vibrantly colored as males. The Mickey Mouse Platy is also known as the Moonfish or the Southern Platyfish, and is a hybrid color variation of Xiphophorus maculatus platy. The Mickey Mouse Platy is so named because of the black mark at the base of the body, reaching into the tail that is shaped like Mickey Mouse's silhouette.
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11. Aug. Platy fish is known as Mickey Mouse Platy, Moon Fish, or Southern Platy, which is native to Southern Mexico and the East Coast of Central America. Platies are fit as a fiddle and easy to care freshwater aquarium fish. It is a perfect beginner's fish with a large range of colors and fins variations to choose from. Mickey Mouse Platys, also known as Mickey Mouse fish, is a charming addition to any aquarium. Their distinctive appearance and peaceful nature make them a favorite among hobbyists. By providing them with the right environment, a balanced diet, and proper care, you can enjoy the beauty of these aquatic gems for years to come.
Mickey Mouse, also known as the golden moon platy or moonfish, costs between $2 and $4. Sure, Mickey Mouse platy is an excellent choice for an easy-to-maintain freshwater fish that also doubles as a conversation piece. It's a livebearer that includes Guppies, Mollies, and other creatures. Native to Costa Rica, Mexico, and Honduras, Xiphophorus maculatus (mickey mouse platy) is a freshwater fish that is commonly known as the Sunburst Platy. It gets its name from an ornamental pattern along its sides that looks similar to a rising sun. The dorsal fin of Xiphophorus maculatus is yellow in color and its belly is white or gray.
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Care Level: Easy Water Conditions: 7-8.5 pH and Medium to Hard Temperature: 20-26 °C (68-79 °F) Maximum Size: 2 1/2 Inches (6 cm) The common platy ( Xiphophorus ), also known as the southern platyfish or mickey mouse platy is a small, popular live-bearing fish. Platies can live in a 10- to 20-gallon aquarium or larger. Most livebearers prefer higher pH, but platies can tolerate a very wide range from 6.8-8.5 in our experience. They also enjoy harder water, so if your tap water is especially soft, consider adding more minerals using Seachem Equilibrium or Wonder Shell.
