Species

Phallichthys tico

A tiny, peaceful livebearer from Costa Rica's murky highland streams.

Xiphophorus cortezi

A gentle, lesser-known Mexican swordtail for the planted community tank.

Poecilia reticulata

The world's most recognizable livebearer, and probably the easiest fish to breed.

Tomeurus gracilis

A tiny Venezuelan oddity that lays eggs despite fertilizing them internally.

Heterandria formosa

One of the world's smallest fish, with a uniquely continuous birthing process.

Poecilia salvatoris

A scrappy Central American molly with bold looks and a bold attitude.

Phallichthys amates

A low-key Central American livebearer that thrives where flashier fish struggle.

Girardinus metallicus

A livebearer from Cuba with a glinting metallic sheen and real historical quirks.

Poecilia sphenops

A livebearer classic that can thrive from freshwater all the way to full marine conditions.

Poecilia butleri

A personable little livebearer that grazes algae and practically eats from your hand.

Phallichthys fairweatheri

A gentle little livebearer from Central America's marshy backwaters.

Xiphophorus maculatus

The beginner-proof livebearer that comes in more color forms than you can count.

Poecilia latipinna

The male's enormous sail-like dorsal fin makes this livebearer instantly recognizable.

Poecilia velifera

The towering dorsal fin of this livebearer is a true showpiece when conditions are right.

Xiphophorus hellerii

The elongated tail sword makes males one of the most recognizable livebearers in the hobby.

Xiphophorus variatus

Dozens of color forms, endless fry, and tolerant enough for any community tank.