Kohaku Swordtail
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Overview
Family: Poeciliidae
Swordtails are active, live-bearing fish known for their vibrant colors, peaceful nature, & adaptability to community aquariums. Native to Central America, these fish do best in groups & are often kept in planted tanks with plenty of space to swim. They are hardy but thrive in clean, well-maintained tanks with stable conditions. Males can be territorial, especially during breeding, so keeping more females-to-males helps maintain harmony.
Recommended Tank Size: A minimum of 50 litres
- Swordtails prefer prefer moderately hard, slightly alkaline water.
- They are active swimmers and benefit from long tanks with open areas.
Average Adult Size:
- Swordtails: 8–12 cm
- They grow steadily and usually reach adult size in 4–6 months with proper care and feeding.
Water Parameters:
- pH: 7.0–8.5
- Alkalinity: 10–20 KH
- General Hardness (GH):12–30
- Temperature: 22–28°C
Food:
- High-quality omnivore flakes or pellets
- Supplement with algae-based foods and occasional protein (brine shrimp, bloodworms)
- Feed 2–3 times daily in small portions
- Remove excess food to maintain water quality
