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Key Requirements
- Maintain stable water around 22–28 °C and use filtration appropriate to the exact species or variety.
- Keep water chemistry near 7.0–8.2 and avoid abrupt changes.
- 75 L / 20 gal+ for a small group
- Diet: Omnivorous; varied foods.
Ornamental Fish
Swordtail Fish
Swordtail Fish are active freshwater livebearers recognised for the elongated lower tail extension in males. They need more swimming space than many small livebearers as they mature.
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Swordtail Fish
Quick Information
Swordtail Fish at a Glance
Scientific nameXiphophorus hellerii
TypeFreshwater livebearer
Adult sizeAbout 8–12 cm; males have an extended lower tail
LifespanAbout 3–5 years
Temperature22–28 °C
pH7.0–8.2
DietOmnivorous; varied foods
Recommended setup75 L / 20 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 Swordtail Fish
Swordtail Fish are active freshwater livebearers recognised for the elongated lower tail extension in males. They need more swimming space than many small livebearers as they mature.
Provide a roomy, well-maintained aquarium, stable warm water and a varied diet. Mixed-sex groups may reproduce readily, so stocking should allow for future growth in population.
Choose peaceful tank mates of compatible size and temperament. Ask Fishes Hub about the current Swordtail Fish sex, size and available colour forms.
Plan the aquarium around Swordtail 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 Swordtail 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 8–12 cm; males have an extended lower tailAdult size
22–28 °CTemperature
7.0–8.2pH
EasyCare level
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Care & Maintenance
- Recommended setup: 75 L / 20 gal+ for a small group.
- Group/social needs: Keep a suitable sex ratio; allow swimming room.
- 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.
- 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 Swordtail Fish?
- Type: Freshwater livebearer.
- Adult size: About 8–12 cm; males have an extended lower tail.
- Lifespan: About 3–5 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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