Molly

Quick Facts:

• Scientific name: Poecilia sphenops, Poecilia Latipinna
• Common name: Black molly, Sailfin molly, Balloon molly
• Country of Origin: Central America
• Average Life Span: 3-5 years
• Size: 5 - 10cm depending on species
• Minimum tank size: 70 litres for 8 mollies
• pH: 7.5 - 8.5
• Temperature: 24-28c 
• Care Level: Easy, Great for beginners
• Temperament: Usually peaceful, males can be moderately aggressive to one another or fish who look similar
• Tank mates: Best kept with their own species. Platys or large Tetras ie: Columbian Tetras may also be suitable tank mates.
• Special notes: If you're keeping both male and females be prepared for many babies, female molly's can have upto 40 babies in one go.

Mollies are a lively and fun freshwater fish that are great for the beginner and seasoned hobbyist alike. They come in orange, black, white and a multitude of combinations in between! They are excellent eaters and will devour flake, pellet and frozen foods.