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Description
Swordtails (Xiphophorus helleri) are larger livebearers in the same genus as Platies. Reaching about 3-5" in length, they require more space than many livebearers, but make up for it with high activity levels and the gorgeous "swords" that males possess on the tailfin. Like other livebearers, we recommend at least 2-3 females per male, so the males don't wear them out with constant breeding attempts.
These are specimens of the Calico or Berlin breed, with an orange body, black tail, and black spotting. They are around 1.5" long.