Description
Molly – Platinum Crystal Eye Roundtail (Pair)
This is a pair of fish (1 Male & 1 Female)
The Platinum Crystal Eye Roundtail Molly is a beautiful ornamental freshwater fish, admired for its shimmering platinum-white body, distinctive crystal-clear eyes and elegant rounded tail. This selectively bred Molly offers a striking appearance combined with an active, peaceful temperament, making it a wonderful addition to freshwater community aquariums. Sold in pairs, these attractive livebearers are ideal for aquarists looking to add something unique and eye-catching to their aquarium.
Features of Platinum Crystal Eye Roundtail Molly
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Scientific name: Poecilia sphenops (selectively bred variety)
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Common name: Platinum Crystal Eye Roundtail Molly
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Origin: Selectively bred ornamental variety
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Adult size: Approximately 6–10 cm
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Temperament: Generally peaceful and active
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Lifespan: Approximately 3–5 years
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Diet: Omnivorous
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Water temperature: 24–28°C
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pH: 7.0–8.5
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Social behaviour: Social livebearers, sold in pairs
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Breeding: Livebearing species
The best aquarium size for Platinum Crystal Eye Roundtail Molly
A minimum aquarium size of 75 litres is recommended for a pair, with larger aquariums preferred for community setups. These active swimmers appreciate plenty of open swimming space, stable water conditions and suitable hiding areas.
Tank Mate Compatibility for Platinum Crystal Eye Roundtail Molly
These peaceful Mollies are suitable for community aquariums with similarly sized, non-aggressive fish. Suitable tank mates include:
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Guppies
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Platies
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Swordtails
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Corydoras Catfish
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Bristlenose Catfish
Avoid aggressive fin-nipping species and fish that require significantly different water conditions.
Diet for Platinum Crystal Eye Roundtail Molly
Platinum Crystal Eye Mollies are omnivores that thrive on a varied diet. Feed quality tropical flakes and micro-pellets supplemented with spirulina, blanched vegetables, brine shrimp and daphnia. Vegetable-based foods are particularly beneficial for maintaining digestive health and overall condition.
Aquarium Setup Platinum Crystal Eye Roundtail Molly
Aquarium Filtration
Provide efficient biological filtration and gentle to moderate water flow. Regular water changes help maintain excellent water quality.
Aquarium Plants
Live plants such as Java Fern, Anubias and Vallisneria provide shelter and natural grazing opportunities.
Aquarium Lighting
Moderate LED lighting helps showcase their beautiful platinum-white colouration.
Aquarium Heating
Maintain a stable temperature between 24–28°C.
Aquarium Substrate
Fine gravel or sand is suitable, with darker substrates helping their pale colouration stand out.
Aquarium Decorations
Incorporate driftwood, smooth rocks and aquatic plants while maintaining plenty of open swimming space. Mollies generally appreciate moderately hard to hard, mineral-rich water.
