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Care and Compatibility of Dwarf Swordtail - Heterandria formosa
Introduction
Heterandria formosa, commonly known as the dwarf swordtail, is a freshwater fish native to Central America. It is famous for its small size and the distinctive sword-like tail of the males. It is ideal for small to medium-sized tanks and is often found in various community setups.
Behavior
Heterandria formosa is a small and peaceful fish that thrives in community aquariums. It is very active and enjoys swimming in groups. It is highly social within its species, and keeping several individuals is recommended to avoid stress.
Sexual Dimorphism
Males are smaller and have a sword-like tail, while females are larger and lack this distinctive feature. This difference in tail morphology is apparent and used for sex identification.
Reproduction
This fish is viviparous, meaning it gives birth to live young rather than laying eggs. Males exhibit a distinctive sword-like tail used during courtship. It is recommended to provide a tank with plants and hiding spots for the fry to take refuge and develop.
Aquarium Conditions
It prefers tanks with abundant vegetation and hiding spots. It adapts well to a range of water parameters, but it is best kept with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5 and a temperature of 22 to 26°C. The environment should be calm with well-maintained water conditions.
Feeding
Heterandria formosa is omnivorous and accepts a varied diet. It does well with flake foods, small live invertebrates like daphnia, and frozen foods such as brine shrimp. A balanced diet is recommended to keep its health and vibrant color.
Complexity
Maintaining Heterandria formosa is relatively straightforward. It has no special requirements, but providing a suitable environment and a balanced diet is essential for its well-being.
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To do an analysis more detailed about coexistence and behavior of Heterandria formosa (Dwarf Swordtail) use the Aquarium simulation tool, if you do this you can test different ways to combine the Dwarf Swordtail with other fishes giving the dimensions and space on you aquarium, on this way you can known the optimal configuration for keep the fishes that you want.
You can also find out the 123 species compatible with the Heterandria formosa (Dwarf Swordtail) can live together.
Note: The parameters of the water such as PH and temperature are also used to calculate the compatibility of the species.
Compatible species (123)
Compatible (71 Species)
Compatible without any restriction
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With Reservation (1 Species)
Compatible in some cases, it depends on the nature and personality of the fish.
Considerable size difference (46 Species)
They can coexist while they are similar in size or the size difference is not very abysmal, since as the fish grows it increases the chances of eating its partner that did not grow much.
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Compatible if space is enough (5 Species)
They can coexist together if the aquarium they share is large and spacious enough for both species to feel good, as some fish may attack others to feel that they have little space and try to eliminate the competition.
Dwarf Swordtail
Heterandria formosa
- Ph: 6.5 - 7.5
- Temperature (c°): 22 - 26
- Measures: 3 cm - 4cm
- Aquarium Capacity:
6 Liters - 2 Gallons - Alimentación: Omnivores
- Comportamiento: Active, Peaceful, Shoal
- Habitad: American
- Preferencias del Acuario: Caves, Logs, Natural plants, Rocks, Sand
- Tamaño: Very small
- Taxonomía: Fish
- Tipo de Agua: Sweet water, Tropical waters
- Velocidad de nado o movimiento: Normal
- Zona de Nado: Swim in the middle of the aquarium