Platy

Platy

The Platy is a small, deep bodied fish favoured by many aquarists. Female platys reach lengths no larger then 6 cm, with the male slightly smaller. They range in colour and are often mottled. They are freshwater fish which occur naturally in Mexico and Guatemala. It has been discovered that platys will mate with swordtails if confined in an aquarium. However in their natural environment there is no evidence of cross breeding. [BM] {FW}