Black Molly
Poecilia sphenops
Difficulty (1-5): 2/5
Description
Stocky livebearer that grazes algae constantly. Needs hard, mineral-rich water - it sickens quickly in soft, acidic tanks.
Water test requirements
- pH: 7.2 – 8.5
- Temperature: 23 – 28 °C
- General Hardness (GH): 12 – 30 °dGH
- Carbonate Hardness (KH): 6 – 20 °dKH
- Nitrate (NO3): ≤ 40 mg/L
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