• The sailfin molly, Poecilia latipinna , a euryhaline species was used as a model to test the tolerance of fish to varying concentrations of KMnO4 at different levels of salinity. (vin.com)
  • Often confused with young Poecilia velifera or with Poecilia latipinna . (theaquariumwiki.com)
  • The sailfin molly fish (Poecilia latipinna) is one of the more unique freshwater fish species , characterized by its unusual pelvic fins that are thin and elongated, resembling the sails of a ship. (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • These distinctive fins make it easy to identify the Poecilia latipinna when compared to other members of the Poecilia family, which includes guppies, swordtails, and mollies among others. (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • Poecilia latipinna is a species of fish in the Poeciliidae family found in Mexico and the United States. (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • Although Poecilia latipinna is originally from Mexico, they are easy to keep in aquariums and can be kept with other fish of similar size and temperament. (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • The most commonly kept species are guppies (P. reticulata), mollies (P. sphenops or P. latipinna), and Endler's livebearers (P. wingei). (wikipedia.org)
  • especially the sailfin molly Poecilia latipinna. (earthlife.net)
  • The Black Molly is a short-finned hybrid variation of Poecilia latipinna , the Sailfin Molly. (liveaquaria.com)
  • Sailfin Molly ( Poecilia latipinna ) Male to 3 inches. (ufl.edu)
  • Gambusia affinis (the mosquitofish), Poecilia latipinna (the sailfin mollie), and Hemichromis bimaculatus (the jewel cichlid). (calgaryaquariumsociety.com)
  • The common guppy ( Poecilia reticulata ) has been found in streams near Reporoa, the sailfin molly ( Poecilia latipinna ) in a wetland at the southern end of Lake Taupō, and the swordtail ( Xiphophorus helleri ) in a stream near Taupō. (teara.govt.nz)
  • The sailfin molly is the most common variety of molly fish (Poecilia latipinna). (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • Guppies (original species: Poecilia reticulata, P. wingei), Platies (original species: Xiphophorus maculatus, X. variatus), Mollies (original species: Poecilia sphenops, P. latipinna, P. velifera), and Swordtails (original species: Xiphophorus hellerii). (aqualog.de)
  • All species in Poecilia are called mollies except for the Endler's livebearer (P. wingei) and the well-known guppy (P. reticulata) which have a distinctly different body shape from the rest of the genus. (wikipedia.org)
  • How to Care For Guppies (Poecilia Reticulata) - 5 Gallon Aquarium Care? (bettafishworld.com)
  • We would like to thank Segrest Farms in Gibsonton, FL for their generous donation of sailfin mollies for this project, The University of Florida's Tropical Aquaculture Laboratory for use of their research facility, and Don Samuelson and Patricia Lewis at The University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine for use of their histology laboratory. (vin.com)
  • Sailfin mollies are hardy, beautiful species of freshwater tropical fish that live in South America. (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • Sailfin mollies can grow to about two inches long and have multicolored bodies with spots and stripes, which are more prominent on their dorsal fins and tails than their flanks. (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • Sailfin mollies do well in a 30-gallon tank with live plants and have been known to breed in relatively small tanks (10-20 gallons). (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • Good tank mates for sailfin mollies include other types of mollies, as well as cory cats and otocinclus. (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • Sailfin Mollies are a beautiful species of livebearing fish native to the Southern North America, notable for their large flowing dorsal fins. (whitlynaquatics.com)
  • Sailfin Mollies have been selectively bred in captivity for decades, and are available in dozens of patterns and color variations. (whitlynaquatics.com)
  • Sailfin Mollies grow surprisingly large at up to 5", and should be kept in aquariums of 20 gallons or more. (whitlynaquatics.com)
  • Sailfin Mollies aren't picky eaters, and should readily accept prepared flake or pellet foods in addition to frozen or live options. (whitlynaquatics.com)
  • Members of the genus readily hybridize with each other and so most commercially offered fish are hybrids (with guppies having some Endler, and mollies being a mix of common and sailfin mollies). (wikipedia.org)
  • Sailfin Mollies. (blessedunrest.com)
  • The broad, flowing fins and iridescent scales of sailfin mollies distinguish them from others. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • Sailfin mollies have black fins that are slightly darker than those of other black molly fish. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • They are comparable to sailfin mollies in size, reaching up to 4 inches in length. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • Can Mollies and Guppies Live Together? (blessedunrest.com)
  • In this case, can Mollies and Guppies live together? (blessedunrest.com)
  • Also, Guppies are more delicate than Mollies, requiring close attention while feeding them. (blessedunrest.com)
  • We'll give a guide on everything you need to know about housing Mollies and Guppies together. (blessedunrest.com)
  • Guppies and Mollies can live together as both are docile and belong to the same family-Poeciliidae. (blessedunrest.com)
  • Also, for both Guppies and Mollies, the female ratio should be more than the male ones to avoid fights. (blessedunrest.com)
  • Guppies and Mollies have similar characteristics but can be tricky at times. (blessedunrest.com)
  • Tank requirements: While Guppies can thrive in a ten-gallon tank, Mollies require bigger sizes. (blessedunrest.com)
  • The livebearing toothcarps include some of the most popular ornamental fishes such as the guppies, platies, mollies. (aqualog.de)
  • The two most common species of livebearer fish in the pet world are guppies, mollies , platys and swordtails. (cafishvet.com)
  • For guppies, gestation is only 20-30 days, swordtails will take closer to 30 days, platies will take 25-35 days and mollies will gestate for up to 60 days. (cafishvet.com)
  • Mollies are typically larger than guppies with a relatively large body compared to their tail. (cafishvet.com)
  • Another member of the Poeciliidae family, guppies tend to be smaller than mollies and have a long body and tail. (cafishvet.com)
  • Sailfin molly fish is a species of freshwater fish in the Poeciliidae family, an order of freshwater live-bearers. (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • Poecilia is a genus of fishes in the family Poeciliidae of the order Cyprinodontiformes. (wikipedia.org)
  • Cave molly females (Poecilia mexicana, Poeciliidae, Teleostei) like well-fed males. (wikipedia.org)
  • A new species of Poecilia, subgenus Mollienesia, from upper río Cahabón system, Guatemala, with remarks on the Nomenclature of Mollienesia petenensis Günther, 1866 (Teleostei: Cyprinodontiformes: Poeciliidae)" (PDF). (wikipedia.org)
  • The familiar guppy, molly, platy and swordtail are members of the largest group, the Live-bearing Toothcarps (Poeciliidae). (animal-world.com)
  • The black molly fish belongs to the Poeciliidae family of freshwater fish. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Molly fish, or just mollies, are freshwater fish from the genus Poecilia, in the Poeciliidae family . (ourmarinespecies.com)
  • A popular choice for a beginners aquarium, the molly is a good community fish that will generally not bother other inhabitants, they may harass other livebearers, including Platies , however. (theaquariumwiki.com)
  • Mollies have cute little underbites whereas platies will have a front-facing jaw. (cafishvet.com)
  • Poecilia was first proposed as a genus in 1801 by the German naturalists Marcus Elieser Bloch and Johann Gottlob Theaenus Schneider when the described Poecilia vivipara as a new species. (wikipedia.org)
  • Poecilia refers to the Greek word poikilos, which means "variegated" or "speckled", an allusion to the coloration and pattern of the type species, as well as that of and other related fishes, such as Fundulus heteroclitus which Bloch & Schneider classified in this genus. (wikipedia.org)
  • Molly fish belong to the genus Poecilia, which includes around 30 different fish species. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • Originally from Mexico, Central, and South America, these fish belong to the Poecilia genus and have been bred to produce colorful patterns and colors over time. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • There are currently 40 species in this genus , so 39 of them are mollies. (ourmarinespecies.com)
  • There is another variety of swordtails that also have an elongated dorsal fin, known as "hi fins," and "lyretails" similar to mollies. (cafishvet.com)
  • Lyretail black molly is a popular variation of black molly fish with a unique tail fin. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • The lyretail black molly has a long, lyre-shaped tail fin as opposed to other black molly fish, which have fan-shaped tail fins. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Mollies have the ability to adapt to a variety of salt levels in the aquarium. (liveaquaria.com)
  • Molly fish is a common freshwater aquarium fish. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • Black molly fish are popular freshwater aquarium species recognized for their distinctive coloration and active nature. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • The black molly is a well-known choice among aquarium hobbyists nowadays, and there are lots of varieties available. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Failing to change aquarium water regularly can cause harmful substance buildup, potentially leading to bubble production in molly fish. (petfishonline.com)
  • Incorrect use of the aquarium heater can cause temperature spikes, prompting molly fish to produce bubbles. (petfishonline.com)
  • Bragança, P. H. N. and W. J. E. M. Costa (2011): Poecilia sarrafae, a new poeciliid from the Paraíba and Mearim river basins, northeastern Brazil (Cyprinodontiformes: Cyprinodontoidei). (wikipedia.org)
  • Also known as Mollienesia and Common Molly Fish, This fish belongs to the order of cyprinodontiformes. (ourmarinespecies.com)
  • The Black Molly prefers a tank of at least 30 gallons with plenty of strong plants such as Java Fern, Sagittaria, Vallisneria, and Anubias. (liveaquaria.com)
  • Black mollies are shy fish that thrive in tanks with plenty of hiding spots, preferably at least 30 gallons. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • The Black Molly is a livebearer that requires a spawning box in a 25 gallon, or larger breeding tank. (liveaquaria.com)
  • In the wild Mollies shoal in their hundreds to billions, and the ratio of males to females is one to two. (theaquariumwiki.com)
  • Indeed, a female molly would typically give birth to 70% females. (theaquariumwiki.com)
  • The sailfin molly fish will grow to an average of five inches long, with males growing slightly larger than females. (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • Black molly fish males and females are often somewhat different sizes. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Molly males have more striking and bright colors than females. (ourmarinespecies.com)
  • Like the mollies, it is important to know your males vs. females. (cafishvet.com)
  • Mollies have different varieties, of which Common Molly is one which most are familiar with. (blessedunrest.com)
  • Molly fish come in many different varieties, each with its unique coloration and patterning. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • Molly fish are typically 2-4 inches in length, although some larger varieties can grow up to 6 inches long. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • In this article, we will discuss the physical characteristics of Black Molly fish, their habitat and distribution, breeding and reproduction, diet and feeding habits, tank requirements and care, behavior and temperament, as well as popular varieties and colors. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • There are many varieties of Molly fish, some from nature and others from numerous crosses between different species. (ourmarinespecies.com)
  • Avoid keeping them with fish that are too aggressive or have sharp fins, because sailfin molly fish have soft skin that's easily torn. (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • The Black Molly is all black in coloration with short fins. (liveaquaria.com)
  • Male Mollies have pointy anal fins and are smaller in size. (blessedunrest.com)
  • Lyretail mollies are distinguished by their forked tails and long, flowing fins. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • The fins of a molly fish are often transparent or translucent. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • Ich is very easy to detect, because white spots appear on the body, fins and gills of the mollies. (aquariumnexus.com)
  • Compared to female black molly fish, males often have longer, more pointed dorsal fins. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Wild-type mollies are mostly silver in color with a little color on the fins. (ourmarinespecies.com)
  • Typically reaching a maximum length of 3-5 inches (7-12 cm), black mollies are tiny species of fish. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Molly fish thrive in aquariums with at least 10 gallons of water and should be kept alongside other small, peaceful fish. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • Many do not know that Molly fish are gregarious species that thrive in groups. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • Molly fish thrive at temperatures between 75 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. (petfishonline.com)
  • Mollies can adapt from freshwater to saltwater salinity levels as long as theres some transition time, and are happy in either condition or in between. (intotheblueeco.ca)
  • Black molly fish are known for their hardy nature and adaptability to various water conditions, making them a great option for beginner aquarists. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Beginner aquarists should consider black molly fish for their hardiness and ability to adapt to a wide range of water conditions. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • It is simple to distinguish black molly fish from other fish species mainly because of their unusual look. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Black molly fish, as their name indicates, have a dark, almost black color all over their bodies. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Black molly fish might feature white or silver specks, spots, lines, or other body markings in addition to their black coloring. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • It is possible to distinguish male and female black molly fish from one another based on physical characteristics. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Female black molly fish have a rounder, more robust body shape than males. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Unlike other black molly fish, lyretail black mollies are identified by their distinctive tail fin and exhibit a similar dark, almost black coloration. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Lyretail black mollies, like other black molly fish, are resilient and adaptable to a variety of water conditions. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • The dorsal, especially if hybridised with other hi-fin mollies, can be tall and angular and be down the whole of the dorsal posterior of the fish. (theaquariumwiki.com)
  • He had some severe socialisation problems and was viciously picked on by the healthy mollies, so I felt really sorry for him, and gave him his own tank with 2 female platys and a molly fry growing out for company. (fishlore.com)
  • Also, that's where I've put a mysterious fry that I've found in the tank with my female platys and male molly? (fishlore.com)
  • The Black Molly is well suited for the community tank because of its peaceful nature, and is compatible with other peaceful, large fish that can withstand similar water conditions. (liveaquaria.com)
  • They prefer to be with other molly fish, but can also get along with other peaceful fish. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • The caudal fin (tail fin) of a molly fish may be forked or rounded in shape. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • The 24 karat lyre tail molly for some reason just pops its colors when swimming about the fish tank. (aquariumfishsale.com)
  • Typical mollies will have a round body with a rounded tail tip, whereas "lyretail" mollies have the same body shape with pointed tail tips. (cafishvet.com)
  • Mollies are a good choice for beginners and are known for their easygoing temperament. (aquariumfishsource.com)
  • However, a black molly fish's eventual size may vary depending on a number of variables, like its nutrition, habitat, and heredity. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • A single species (Belonesox) is a specialised piscivore, while mollies and Limia species have a longer gut than the majority of other livebearing toothcarps and require a higher vegetable component in their diet. (aqualog.de)
  • It is known for Mollies to be a little nippy, however, so any tank mates should be fast swimming and not be long-finned. (theaquariumwiki.com)
  • Because molly fish are not aggressive toward other fish, they can be kept with a wide range of tank mates. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • The sailfin molly fish is usually found in fresh water and brackish estuaries. (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • Furthermore, Molly fish can be found in both brackish and freshwater environments. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • Molly fish on other hand like slightly salted water, because in the wild they live in brackish water. (aquariumnexus.com)
  • Since they get slightly bigger than the average molly fish, the minimum recommended tank size is 30 gallons (114 liters). (fishkeepingfolks.com)
  • Molly should be fed a variety of flake, frozen, freeze dried and live foods for a varied diet. (allpondsolutions.co.uk)
  • While most Molly fish are black, sometimes they can have slight coloration to them depending on the breed. (plantedaquaria.ca)
  • However, on silver mollies or lighter colored molly fish, ich is not as conspicuous. (aquariumnexus.com)
  • The Platy can look very similar to a Molly, but typically has shorter rounder bodies. (cafishvet.com)
  • Molly fish in captivity can be fed a number of commercially available foods. (nationalparkaquarium.org)
  • However, you won't find many of these in pet stores, since almost all commercially available molly fish are mass-raised hybrids in captivity . (ourmarinespecies.com)
  • One of my male mollies in the molly tank was always victimized and had always had very strange, stereotypical behaviours like swimming up and down on the same spot. (fishlore.com)
  • What Is the Difference Between Male and Female Black Molly? (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Generally, it can be difficult to distinguish male and female black molly species with confidence due to their slight differences. (theaquariumlife.com)
  • Probably one of the most common molly fish diseases is the white spots, also known as ich or ick. (aquariumnexus.com)