Description
Molly – Shortbody Platinum
The Molly – Shortbody Platinum is a striking livebearer with a bright white-silver body and a compact, rounded shape. Easy to care for and full of personality, these peaceful fish are a great choice for community aquariums. Their bright platinum colouring stands out beautifully against darker gravel, plants and decorations.
Features of Molly – Shortbody Platinum
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Bright platinum-white colouring
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Short, rounded body shape
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Peaceful and active community fish
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Easy to care for
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Can grow to around 6–10 cm
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Does well in groups
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Suitable for beginner and experienced fish keepers
The best aquarium size for Molly – Shortbody Platinum
A minimum aquarium size of 60 litres is recommended for a small group of Shortbody Platinum Mollies. A larger aquarium is preferable if keeping several fish, particularly as Mollies can breed regularly. Leave plenty of open swimming space while providing plants and decorations for shelter.
Tank Mate Compatibility for Molly – Shortbody Platinum
Mollies are peaceful and can be kept with other friendly community fish of a similar size.
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Platy
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Guppy
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Swordtail
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Corydoras Catfish
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Bristlenose Catfish
Diet for Molly – Shortbody Platinum
Mollies are easy to feed and enjoy a varied diet. Quality tropical flakes or small pellets make a good everyday food. Include vegetable-based foods such as spirulina flakes and occasionally offer blanched zucchini or spinach. Feed small portions once or twice a day.
Aquarium Setup Molly – Shortbody Platinum
Aquarium Filtration
Use a reliable filter that keeps the water clean and provides gentle water movement. Regular water changes will help keep your Mollies healthy.
Aquarium Plants
Live plants are a great addition and provide shelter for both adult fish and fry. Hardy plants are ideal and can also help make the aquarium feel more natural.
Aquarium Lighting
Moderate lighting works well. Plants and decorations can provide shaded areas where the fish can retreat.
Aquarium Heating
Keep the aquarium between 24–28°C with a reliable aquarium heater.
Aquarium Substrate
Sand or fine gravel is suitable. A darker substrate can make the bright platinum colouring stand out.
Aquarium Decorations
Add plants, driftwood and smooth decorations to provide shelter while leaving plenty of open space for swimming.
