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Molly

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Molly

Mollies are friendly, active fish that come in many colors and fin shapes. They prefer slightly harder water than most community fish.

Min Tank20 gal
Temp75-82F
pH7.5-8.5

Tank Mates

  • Platy
  • Guppy
  • Corydoras
  • Swordtail
  • Bristlenose Pleco

Feeding Tips

They’re mostly herbivores: feed spirulina flakes and add blanched veggies. Some protein like brine shrimp once a week is good too.

Care Level

Easy: slightly prefer alkaline water

Beginner Tip

Mollies can live in freshwater or brackish water. If your tap water is soft, adding a little aquarium salt (not table salt!) can help them thrive.

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