{"product_id":"coral-red-platy","title":"Coral Red Platy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRed Coral Platy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name Translation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eXiphophorus translates to “sword-carrier,” referring to the sword-like extension on the male’s tail. Maculatus means “spotted” in Latin, indicating the species’ characteristic spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSynonyms:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Red Coral Platy is a selectively bred variant of the common Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus), which is native to Central America, particularly Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRed Coral Platies typically grow to a maximum size of around 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOn average, Red Coral Platies have a lifespan of 2 to 3 years, although with proper care, they can live up to 4 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRed Coral Platies thrive in water temperatures between 70°F and 80°F (21°C – 27°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey prefer a slightly alkaline to neutral pH range of 7.0 to 8.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKh Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRed Coral Platies can tolerate a wide range of carbonate hardness (KH) levels, typically between 5 to 20 dKH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRed Coral Platies are relatively easy to care for, making them suitable for beginner fish keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey do well with moderate lighting levels in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for planted tanks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRed Coral Platies are compatible with planted tanks and can coexist with live aquatic plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred food:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey are omnivorous and will accept a variety of foods, including high-quality flake or pellet foods, as well as live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRed Coral Platies are peaceful and social fish that are known for their active and lively nature. They are typically non-aggressive and can be kept in community aquariums with other peaceful fish species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sydney City Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47687205847140,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/0689\/5716\/files\/50f379bb-bca7-4511-91cb-b45c358e148f.jpg?v=1768187688","url":"https:\/\/sydneycityaquarium.com\/products\/coral-red-platy","provider":"Sydney City Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}