{"product_id":"platy-sun-set-xiphophorus-maculatus-sun-set","title":"Platy Sun Set - Xiphophorus maculatus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCoral Red Platy\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/em\u003e) features a rich, warm red-coral colouration across the entire body. This solid-red variety is one of the most eye-catching platy colour forms available, creating a vivid splash of colour that stands out in any planted aquarium. A pack of 10 creates a stunning display school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–28 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003epH Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0–8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–25 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMinimum Tank\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlakes, micro pellets, frozen foods, algae, vegetable matter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTemperament\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLifespan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–5 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare Level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSolid Coral Red Colour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Coral Red is one of the deepest red platy varieties, with colour that intensifies as the fish matures. A quality diet rich in carotenoids — from spirulina, shrimp, and colour-enhancing flakes — helps maintain the rich coral hue. Males tend to be slightly smaller and more vividly coloured than females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFamily-Friendly Fish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaties are among the most recommended fish for families and beginners. They are hardy, peaceful, eat almost anything, and breed readily without special conditions. Children enjoy watching the social interactions and the excitement of live-born fry appearing in the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful with all community fish. Compatible with other platies, guppies, mollies, swordtails, tetras, and corydoras. Browse our platy collection including \u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-tiger-platies\"\u003eRed Tiger Platies\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mickey-mouse-long-fin-platies\"\u003eMickey Mouse Long Fin Platies\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sunset-variegated-platies\"\u003eSunset Variegated Platies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Tropical Fish Co?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll fish are carefully packed and shipped with live arrival guarantee. Order today for fast UK delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Fish Co","offers":[{"title":"2 - 2,5 cm","offer_id":57451352621391,"sku":"S216","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 - 4 cm","offer_id":57451352654159,"sku":"6216","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":57560702746959,"sku":"6370","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/1408\/6735\/files\/platy-sun-set-xiphophorus-maculatus-sun-set-hero-driftwood-s216.webp?v=1777837593","url":"https:\/\/tropical-fish-co.myshopify.com\/products\/platy-sun-set-xiphophorus-maculatus-sun-set","provider":"Tropical Fish Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}