{"product_id":"sunset-mickey-mouse-platy-xiphophorus-maculatus","title":"Sunset mickey mouse platy (Xiphophorus maculatus)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"390\"\u003ePlaties are compatible with most other peaceful aquarium species, making them an excellent choice for community aquariums. They are omnivorous and will readily accept a variety of high-quality dry foods, which should be supplemented with frozen foods such as bloodworms for optimal health and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"620\"\u003ePlaties generally occupy the middle and upper regions of the aquarium and are active, engaging fish to watch. They are capable of jumping, especially while acclimating to a new environment, so a secure lid is highly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"904\"\u003eWhile plants are not essential, they are certainly appreciated and help create a more natural environment. Stem plants and mosses pair particularly well with Platies. Hardy, colourful, and easy to care for, Platies are an excellent fish for both beginners and experienced aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1l7ysmz\" data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"943\"\u003eWhat We Like About These Platies:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o6lttb\" data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"967\"\u003eHardy and adaptable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vibmpt\" data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eVariety of bright colourations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8i304o\" data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003eSmall size, suitable for smaller aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5q73xp\" data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003ePeaceful temperament\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ig9776\" data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003ePerfect for planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1p5x4pv\" data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eRecommended Tank Parameters:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h1u1ee\" data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003eTemperature: 17.7° – 25°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pey0db\" data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003epH: 7.0 – 8.2 (around 7.5 ideal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1usd684\" data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eKH: 10 – 25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"76mijo\" data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eMinimum tank size: 10 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6m3ije\" data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eFish Care Guidelines:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1609\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o0e6hx\" data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eDiet: High-quality flake foods and frozen foods such as bloodworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mc518h\" data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003eSocial Behaviour: Peaceful community fish that do well in groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ebd7ul\" data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eOrigin: Tank-bred, originally native to Central and South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xkufo7\" data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003eAverage Adult Size: 5 – 7.1 cm (females are generally larger than males)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l9qwke\" data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1609\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eAverage Purchase Size: 2.5 – 5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Top Fin Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43586879979594,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/4436\/3338\/files\/sunsetmickeymouseplaty.jpg?v=1778607754","url":"https:\/\/www.topfinaquatics.co.nz\/products\/sunset-mickey-mouse-platy-xiphophorus-maculatus","provider":"Top Fin Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}