Yucatan Swordtail Xiphophorus helleri M 3.54 cm | Natural-looking breeding form with bright green and red tones

Description

The Yucatan swordtail (Xiphophorus helleri Yucatan) is an attractive, naturally bred variety, distinguished by its greenish-metallic base color with red fin accents . The male (3.54 cm) has the typical “sword”-like extension on its caudal fin and its coloration strongly resembles that of wild populations from the Yucatn region elegant, lively, and robust all at once.

This swordtail variety is peaceful, lively, and resilient ideal for community aquariums . Its natural coloration and active swimming behavior bring dynamism and vibrancy to the tank.

Characteristics & Attitude:
Size: 3.54 cm (M), females up to 6 cm
Origin: Cultivated variety Origin Central America (Yucatn)
Temperature: 22-28C
pH value: 6.88.2
Total hardness: up to 25 dGH
Social behavior: Peaceful, lively keeping in groups is recommended
Aquarium: From 100 liters, with plants, current and free swimming space

Feeding:
It eats dry, frozen, and live food. A varied diet including spirulina, artemia, and color-enhancing food accentuates the green and red coloration .

Tip:
A dark substrate and clear water make the natural green coloration stand out beautifully. Ideally combined with platies or mollies.

Conclusion:
The Yucatan swordtail is a lively, peaceful and colorful ornamental fish perfect for lovers of lifelike, vital swordtail varieties.