1 Pair of  Beautiful Tiger Platy (1 Male and 1 Female)
 
🐟 Tiger Platies for Sale UK – Home Bred by Aquamas Pets
Brighten up your aquarium with the stunning Tiger Platy, a hardy and colourful livebearer perfect for both beginners and experienced fishkeepers. With their striking orange and black tiger-like pattern, these platies are an eye-catching addition to any community tank.
✨ Fish Profile
Size: 2cm-4cm. These can grow up to 5–6 cm
Temperament: Peaceful, ideal for community tanks
Lifespan: 3–4 years with proper care
Tank Size: Minimum 40 litres (10 gallons)
Origin: UK-bred by Aquamas Pets (not imported)
🏡 Care & Requirements
Tiger Platies are low-maintenance and thrive in a variety of aquarium setups, making them one of the best fish for beginners.
Water Temperature: 22–26 °C
pH: 7.0–8.2
Diet: Omnivorous – flakes, pellets, live or frozen food, and spirulina-based options
Tankmates: Peaceful community fish such as guppies, mollies, corydoras, endlers, and small tetras
💛 Why Choose Aquamas Pets?
Home-bred in the UK – healthier and more vibrant than imported stock
Strong, disease-free fish raised in clean, well-maintained tanks
Free UK delivery with heat packs during colder months
Personal support and detailed care guides included
🛒 Order Your Tiger Platies Today
These Tiger Platies are hardy, colourful, and full of character—perfect for community tanks and beginner aquariums. Add them to your tank today and enjoy their lively presence for years to come.
 
 
You will receive 1 Male and 1 Female Tiger Platy.  Delivery is free using Royal Mail 24 hour Tracked service. Royal Mail can sometimes take 2 days to deliver, therefore, 48 hour heat pack is used during cold weather.
 
Tiger Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus)
The Tiger Platy is a vibrant and eye-catching freshwater fish known for its bold orange, black, and yellow coloration, resembling the stripes of a tiger. A popular choice among aquarium hobbyists, this livebearer is peaceful, hardy, and easy to care for—making it ideal for beginners. Tiger Platies typically grow up to 2.5 inches and thrive in community tanks with similar-sized, non-aggressive species. They prefer slightly alkaline water and do best in well-planted aquariums with stable water conditions. These fish are also prolific breeders, so a mix of males and females can quickly lead to fry in the tank.
 
 
🐠 Platy Care Guide 
(Xiphophorus maculatus / variatus)
Platies are hardy, peaceful freshwater fish with vibrant colors and easygoing temperaments. They’re ideal for community tanks and beginner aquarists and come in many beautiful color morphs (e.g., Mickey Mouse, Sunset, Tuxedo).
🏠 Tank Setup
Tank Size:
Minimum: 10 gallons.
Ideal: 20+ gallons if mixing sexes or keeping with other species
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C)
pH: 7.0–8.2
Hardness: 10–28 dGH
Ammonia/Nitrites: 0 ppm
Nitrates: < 40 ppm
Filtration:
Use a reliable filter with gentle-to-moderate flow
Substrate & Décor:
Sand or gravel
Live or silk plants (e.g., Anubias, Java fern, Water wisteria)
Caves, driftwood, or decorations for hiding and exploring
Lighting:
8–12 hours per day; standard LED lighting works well
👨‍👩‍👧 Tank Mates
Peaceful Companions:
Guppies
Mollies
Corydoras
Tetras
Swordtails
Shrimp and snails
Avoid:
Aggressive or fin-nipping species (e.g., tiger barbs, bettas)
Large cichlids or predatory fish
🍽️ Feeding
Diet: Omnivorous
Offer a variety of:
High-quality flake or micro pellets
Live/frozen foods (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms)
Blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach, peas)
Feeding Schedule:
1–2 times daily, in amounts they can eat within 2–3 minutes
👶 Breeding & Sexing
Livebearers:
Females give birth to 20–50 fry every ~4 weeks
Sexing Platies:
Males: Smaller, slimmer, have a gonopodium (pointed anal fin)
Females: Larger, rounder belly, fan-shaped anal fin
Breeding Tips:
Use a 1 male:2+ female ratio to reduce stress
Add plants like Java moss for fry hiding spots
If you want to raise fry, separate them into a nursery tank or breeding box
🧽 Maintenance
Weekly Tasks:
25–30% water change
Gravel vacuuming
Water testing (especially ammonia, nitrites, nitrates)
Monthly:
Rinse filter media in tank water
Check equipment (heater, filter, lights)
⚠️ Common Issues
Stress & aggression:
Usually due to overcrowding or improper male:female ratio
Diseases:
Ich (white spots)
Fin rot
Internal parasites (rare but possible)
Maintain good water quality and stable parameters to prevent illness.
💡 Quick Tips
Keep in groups of 3+ (best with more females than males)
Don’t overcrowd — platies are active swimmers and need space
Use a tight lid — they may jump
Consider adding floating plants to provide cover and reduce stress
❤️ Final Thoughts
Platies are colorful, active, and incredibly easy to care for. They're a fantastic choice for community tanks or breeding projects. With clean water, balanced food, and a peaceful environment, platies will thrive and brighten up any aquarium.