Poecilia Velifera Silver 4-5cm
Poecilia Velifera Silver 4-5cm

Poecilia Velifera Silver 4-5cm

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Poecilia velifera

Large, majestic and peaceful Molly, ideal for tropical aquariums

Poecilia velifera, known as the Yucatán sailfin molly, is a tropical freshwater fish native to Mexico. Its large dorsal fin and silvery to greenish sheen make it a highly appreciated ornamental fish for community aquariums.

Behavior & care

A peaceful, schooling species that should be kept in a group with a ratio of one male to three females. Prefer a spacious tank of at least 150 L, well planted, with efficient filtration and gentle water movement.

Feeding

Omnivore: flakes, pellets, plant matter, Artemia, daphnia. Discover our selection of foods for mollies.

Water quality

  • Temperature: 24 – 28 °C
  • pH: 7.2 – 8.2
  • GH: 10 – 25 °dGH
  • KH: 8 – 15 °KH
  • Conductivity: 400 – 800 µS

Décor & environment

Choose a neutral substrate, hardy plants and good lighting (suitable LED lighting). Slight salinity (around 1 g/L) improves health and general condition.

Care sheet

Scientific name Poecilia velifera
Adult size 10 cm
Origin Yucatán Peninsula (Mexico)
Temperature 24 – 28 °C
pH 7.2 – 8.2
GH 10 – 25 °dGH
KH 8 – 15 °KH
Conductivity 400 – 800 µS
Life expectancy 4 – 5 years
Behavior Peaceful, schooling
Swimming zone Middle / surface
Minimum volume 150 L
Diet Omnivore

Aquabota tip

Keeping this species in slightly brackish water (around 1 g/L of salt) can extend its lifespan and enhance its colors.

Shipping & delivery of live fish

The fish are shipped with care in suitable insulated packaging.

Shipping schedule

  • France Express: France, Belgium, Luxembourg
  • Order cut-off: every Monday at 10:00
  • France: delivery Tuesday–Thursday | Belgium & Luxembourg: delivery Tuesday–Wednesday
categorie
Poissons tropicaux
origine
Élevés en captivité
espece
Poisson vivipare
nom latin
Poecilia Velifera Silver 4-5cm
Famille Biotope
Poeciliidae / Amérique centrale
Taille adulte
10–12 cm
Volume minimum du bac
150 L
Zone de vie
Milieu / surface
Comportement
Actif
Régime alimentaire
Omnivore
Température
24–28 °C
pH
7.0–8.0
GH
8–20 °dGH
KH
5–10 °dKH
Origine géographique
Sélection
Reproduction
Vivipare
Espérance de vie
3–5 ans
Sexe
Mâle argenté
Niveau de difficulté
Facile
Compatibilité
Communautaire
DELIVERY OF LIVE ANIMALS – FRANCE EXPRESS

Delivery of live animals with France Express (mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg)

When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.

Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.

How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.

No deliveries are made on weekends.

How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.

Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.

Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.

Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.

Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.

You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.

Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.

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