Our Guide To Keeping Balloon Molly Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Poecilia sphenops
   • Common name: Balloon Molly
   • Family: Poeciliidae
   • Origin: Central and South America
   • Adult length: 5 cm (2 inches)
   • Lifespan: 3 to 5 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Balloon Mollies prefer a tank with a minimum size of 40 litres (10 gallons).
   • Provide plenty of plants, driftwood, and hiding places, as well as open swimming areas.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Keep the water temperature between 25 to 28°C (77 to 82°F).
   • Maintain a pH level between 7.0 to 8.0.
   • Hardness: 20 to 30 dGH.

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • A good filtration system is necessary to maintain water quality, and a gentle to moderate water flow is suitable.

5. Diet:

   • Feed Balloon Mollies a varied diet including high-quality flakes, pellets, and occasional live or frozen foods such as bloodworms and brine shrimp.

6. Tank mates:

   • They are peaceful fish and can be kept with other peaceful community fish of similar size.
   • Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping species.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Balloon Mollies are peaceful and active fish, and they do well in community tanks.
   • They are livebearers and can reproduce quickly under suitable conditions.