Sunset Variatus Platy
Scientific Name: Xiphophorus sp.
Recommended Aquarium: 10+ Gallons
Approx. Adult Size: 2 inches
Temperament: Peaceful
Ease of Care: Hardy
Diet: Omnivore
Native Waters: Mexico
One of the farm raised color morphs of the wild type Xiphophorus variatus, originally found in southern Mexico by Meek in 1904. A member of the Livebearer group, this peaceful fish has distinctive sexual features. Males will have a tubular shaped anal fin, called the gonopodium. Females will have a fan shaped anal fin. Males sometimes will have larger dorsal fins, but not always.
Approximate arrival size for Sunset Variatus Platy:
1 to 3 inches
