8 Blue Mickey Mouse Platy Fry. Tropical fish.
 
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The picture is of adult Blue Mickey Mouse Platy to show what the fry will look like when they grow. The fry are 1-2 weeks old and 0.5cm to 1.5cm in size.
 
You will receive 8 Blue Mickey Mouse Platy Fry.  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.
 
🐠 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.