Platy-Bleeding Heart

Bleeding Heart Platy

Xiphophorus maculatus

The Bleeding Heart Platy is a hardy and colourful livebearer known for its distinctive red "heart-shaped" marking behind the gills. Peaceful and active, it is an excellent choice for community and planted aquariums.

Quick Facts

• Adult Size: 5–7 cm
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Temperature: 22–28°C
• pH: 7.0–8.2
• Tank Size: 60L+
• Diet: Flakes, pellets, frozen and live foods
• Care Level: Easy

Tank Mates

Compatible with guppies, mollies, swordtails, tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and other peaceful community fish.

Notes

• Best kept in groups.
• Easy to breed livebearer.
• Colours are most vibrant in well-maintained aquariums with a varied diet.

A fantastic beginner-friendly fish that adds colour, activity, and personality to any freshwater aquarium.