Xiphophorus bimaculatus
Species name: Xiphophorus bimaculatus
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Family: Poeciliidae
Order: Cyprinodontiformes
Class: Actinopterygii
Maximum size: 5 cm / 2 inches
Environment: freshwater
Origin: Central America
Temperament: Peaceful
Company: Xiphophorus bimaculatus is best kept alone or with other small peaceful species..
Water parameters: Temperature 24-28°C / 75-82°F; pH 7.2 – 7.8
Aquarium setup: Xiphophorus bimaculatus should be kept in densely planted aquariums with some open areas. Always keep more females then males
Feeding: Xiphophorus bimaculatus will accept all food that are small enough for their small mouths.
Breeding: Xiphophorus bimaculatus are livebearers. The female give birth to her young among plants. Isolate the female female for higher survival rate among the fry.
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