Live fish will be delivered only to selected pincodes in Kolkata and nearby areas.

"Moon platy" refers to a type of platy fish (scientific name: Xiphophorus maculatus), specifically a color variant known for its silvery, moon-like sheen. These fish are popular in the freshwater aquarium hobby due to their peaceful nature, vibrant appearance, and easy care. Here's a comprehensive overview:

🌕 Moon Platy Overview

🎨 Appearance

• Color: Silvery white or pale bluish body that shimmers under light, resembling moonlight.

• Body Shape: Standard platy body—short, slightly compressed with a fan-shaped tail.

• Fin Variants: Sometimes available in high-fin varieties.

🐟 Tank Requirements

🍽️ Diet

Platies are omnivores. A balanced diet is important:

• Base Diet: High-quality flake or pellet food

• Supplements:

  • Blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)

  • Live or frozen foods (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms)

  • Algae wafers or spirulina-based food

🧬 Behavior & Tankmates

• Temperament: Peaceful, active swimmers

• Good Tankmates:

  • Guppies

  • Mollies

  • Tetras (non-nippy species)

  • Corydoras catfish

  • Snails & shrimp (if large enough)

• Avoid: Aggressive or fin-nipping species (e.g., tiger barbs)

🐣 Breeding

• Livebearers: Moon platies give birth to live young, not eggs.

• Gestation: Around 28–30 days

• Fry Care:

  • Separate fry in breeder boxes or dense plants to avoid predation

  • Feed crushed flake food or infusoria

🌿 Aquascaping Tips

• Include:

  • Dense plants (Java moss, hornwort, water sprite)

  • Hiding spots (rocks, driftwood)

• Moderate water movement

• Open swimming areas for activity

❗ Common Health Issues

• Ich (white spot disease)

• Fin rot

• Swim bladder disorder

• Fungal infections

Prevention: Maintain clean water, avoid sudden temp/pH changes, quarantine new fish.

📌 Fun Facts

• Moon platies are often hybrids between Xiphophorus maculatus and X. variatus.

• They’re known for their hardy nature—great for beginners.

• Each moon platy may show slightly different iridescent patterns under light.