Xiphophorus maculatus (Platy Fish, Пецилия)

Platy Fish, Southern Platy, Moonfish, Variatus Platy Although they are rarely found in purple, Platies come in almost every color of the rainbow as well as black and white. The aquarist can keep a complete rainbow of coloration housing just this one type of fish! These species have been intensely hybridized with each other as well as the Swordtail, making a true bred fish rare. The Platy is one of the best beginner fish and an excellent addition to a community. They are active, very hardy, and will breed readily in the home aquarium. The males in particular stay small, so they are suitable for even small aquariums.