Common Name:Molly

Scientific Name:Mollienisia sphenops

Family:Poeciliidae

Origin:Central America

Diet:Herbivore

Temperament:Most of the time there peaceful, males will often harass females so a ratio of 1 male to every 2-3 females is a good idea.

Average Size:3-5 inches depends on the kind of molly.

Gender: Male has a gonopodium, which looks like his anal fin, folded against his body.

Perferred Water Conditions: Temp: 68-82*F pH: 7.5-8.5 Brackish salinity is preferred, but can be (gradually) adapted to pure freshwater or saltwater.

Care: Tropical flakes will do. Do not clean algae off the back of the tank, the mollies like to eat it.

Author:Mobydick

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