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Key Requirements
- Maintain stable water around 24–28 °C and use filtration appropriate to the exact species or variety.
- Keep water chemistry near 7.0–8.2 and avoid abrupt changes.
- 60 L / 15 gal+ for a small group
- Diet: Omnivorous; varied foods.
Ornamental Fish
Molly Fish
Molly Fish are adaptable freshwater livebearers that suit established community aquariums when provided with stable water, swimming space and a sensible social mix. Different colour and fin varieties can vary in adult size and appearance.
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Molly Fish
Quick Information
Molly Fish at a Glance
Scientific namePoecilia spp.
TypeFreshwater livebearer
Adult sizeAbout 5–10 cm depending on variety
LifespanAbout 2–4 years
Temperature24–28 °C
pH7.0–8.2
DietOmnivorous; varied foods
Recommended setup60 L / 15 gal+ for a small group
Beginner-friendlywith a properly cycled, heated aquarium
Gentle water flowplus plants or smooth hiding places
Colour, fin type, sex, size and current stock can vary. Please contact Fishes Hub before ordering so we can confirm the available fish and suitable setup.
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Product Information
Know More About Molly Fish
Molly Fish are adaptable freshwater livebearers that suit established community aquariums when provided with stable water, swimming space and a sensible social mix. Different colour and fin varieties can vary in adult size and appearance.
They benefit from a varied omnivorous diet and regular maintenance. Because mollies can reproduce readily, plan stocking around the expected adult population rather than the number of fish at the time of purchase.
Molly Fish generally work well with peaceful community species that prefer similar warm, moderately hard water. Confirm the exact variety and current availability with Fishes Hub before choosing tank mates.
Plan the aquarium around Molly Fish’s adult size, water parameters, behaviour and social needs. Use the quick points below to prepare a stable, low-stress setup.
Make a Confident Choice
A healthy Molly Fish starts with the right environment, sensible feeding and careful decisions about stocking. Use these quick points to prepare a suitable setup before bringing one home.
Quick Facts
About 5–10 cm depending on varietyAdult size
24–28 °CTemperature
7.0–8.2pH
EasyCare level
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Care & Maintenance
- Recommended setup: 60 L / 15 gal+ for a small group.
- Group/social needs: Keep a suitable sex ratio; livebearers reproduce readily.
- Monitor appetite, waste and behaviour as part of routine care.
- Perform regular partial water changes and maintain appropriate filtration.
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Compatibility & Placement
- Temperament: Generally peaceful; active and adaptable.
- Compatibility: Good community fish with compatible peaceful species.
- Provide swimming space and hiding/cover appropriate to the species.
- Do not mix fish solely by appearance; match temperature, adult size and behaviour.
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Why Choose Molly Fish?
- Type: Freshwater livebearer.
- Adult size: About 5–10 cm depending on variety.
- Lifespan: About 2–4 years.
- Care level: Easy.
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Before You Buy
- Confirm the current variety/species, size and availability with Fishes Hub.
- Prepare the aquarium before introducing fish and confirm it is suitable for the exact species.
- Plan tank mates carefully around temperament, size and compatibility.
- Ask Fishes Hub for current livestock availability and setup guidance.
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