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Species Profiles -> Cyprinodonts -> Black Molly

 

Black Molly (Poecilia sphenops)

Synonyms:
 Liberty Molly, Green Molly, Mexican molly

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Black Molly pic
Image provided by Melissa Draper

Links to Sites with Pics:
AKwafoto -- Poecilia schenops
Stats:

Adult Size: 2 1/2 " (6.4 cm)
Temp: 73-80 F (22-26 C)
Tank: 24" (60 cm) minimum

Requirements:
 Plants appreciated. Harder Water.
Diet:
 Sometimes known for eating algae, omnivore.
Breeding:
 Livebearer. Males have gonopodium, females, normal anal fin. One male to several females. Cover for fry.
Sociability:
 Male-Females groups. Okay with most other peaceful fish.
Related Spec:
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Special Info:
 Mollies prefer a bit of salt in their tanks.

 

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