no, lowest temp i have them is 50 degrees then they drop fast
A sunburst platy fish may be pregnant if it has a swollen belly and a dark spot near its anal fin, which are signs of pregnancy in this species.
It takes around 3 - 4 weeks for a platy fish to give birth.
They are freshwater fish.
Yes, platy fish are livebearers, meaning they give birth to live young instead of laying eggs.
Some signs that a pregnant sunburst platy is close to giving birth include a swollen abdomen, darkening of the gravid spot (near the anal fin), increased hiding behavior, and a decrease in appetite. Keep an eye out for these behaviors to prepare for the arrival of the fry.
Platy fish are livebearers, which means they give birth to live young rather than laying eggs. The female platy fish will carry the fertilized eggs inside her body until they hatch into baby fish, known as fry.
Platy fish eggs are small, clear, and round in shape. They can be distinguished from other fish eggs by their size and transparency. Platy fish eggs are typically smaller and more transparent compared to other types of fish eggs.
A platy is a type of tropical fish. It is not a quantity or measure so one can not have a "platy of" anything including guppies.
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A pregnant platy fish will have a noticeably swollen belly, often appearing rounder and larger than usual. You may also see a dark spot near the fish's anal fin, which is the gravid spot where the developing babies are visible. Additionally, a pregnant platy fish may exhibit changes in behavior, such as increased hiding or aggression towards other fish.
no, they are community fish
To determine if your platy fish is pregnant, look for a swollen abdomen, dark spot near the back fin (gravid spot), and a boxy or square appearance. Pregnant platy fish may also exhibit changes in behavior, such as increased hiding or aggression.