{"product_id":"green-lantern-platy-xiphophorus-maculatus-bred-by-aquatic-arts","title":"Green Lantern Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) – Bred by Aquatic Arts","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"498\" data-start=\"303\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFor the safety of our animals, we now ship live fish exclusively via UPS Next Day Air. If your order contains this item, you will only see UPS Next Day Air as a shipping option during checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"856\" data-start=\"500\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"527\" data-start=\"504\"\u003eGreen Lantern Platy\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking, tank-bred variety of the Southern Platyfish. With its vivid green iridescence contrasted against dark black fins and body markings, this hardy livebearer is a showpiece for any freshwater aquarium. We are proud to offer specimens bred in-house at Aquatic Arts, ensuring vibrant health and sustainable practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"858\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"891\" data-start=\"858\"\u003eWhat We Love About This Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"858\"\u003e• Brilliant green sheen and bold black fins that catch the eye.\u003cbr data-end=\"960\" data-start=\"957\"\u003e• Peaceful and active schooling fish that thrives in community aquariums.\u003cbr data-end=\"1036\" data-start=\"1033\"\u003e• Hardy and adaptable—perfect for beginners and seasoned aquarists alike.\u003cbr data-end=\"1112\" data-start=\"1109\"\u003e• Livebearer species that can reproduce readily in the home aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1509\" data-start=\"1185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1205\" data-start=\"1185\"\u003eNatural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1509\" data-start=\"1185\"\u003eThe original Southern Platyfish (\u003cem data-end=\"1264\" data-start=\"1241\"\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to slow-moving rivers, streams, and warm ditches in Central America, particularly Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala. This Green Lantern variety was developed through selective breeding in captivity to highlight its striking coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1849\" data-start=\"1511\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1527\" data-start=\"1511\"\u003eAquascaping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1849\" data-start=\"1511\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1543\" data-start=\"1532\"\u003ePlants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works beautifully in planted tanks with Java Fern, Anubias, Hornwort, and floating plants such as Frogbit or Duckweed.\u003cbr data-end=\"1665\" data-start=\"1662\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1681\" data-start=\"1667\"\u003eHardscape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complements natural décor like river rocks, slate, and driftwood.\u003cbr data-end=\"1750\" data-start=\"1747\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1767\" data-start=\"1752\"\u003eBotanicals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian Almond Leaves or alder cones can provide tannins and natural enrichment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2126\" data-start=\"1851\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1872\" data-start=\"1851\"\u003eDiet and Feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2126\" data-start=\"1851\"\u003eGreen Lantern Platies are omnivores that will accept a wide variety of foods. Offer a high-quality flake or pellet base, supplemented with live or frozen foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp, and bloodworms. They will also graze on algae and biofilm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2382\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2161\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003eTank Mates and Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2382\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003eThis platy is peaceful and well-suited to community tanks. Ideal companions include guppies, mollies, swordtails, tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and peaceful dwarf cichlids. Avoid housing with large or aggressive fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2544\" data-start=\"2384\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003eShrimp Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2544\" data-start=\"2384\"\u003eGenerally peaceful with shrimp. Adult shrimp are usually left alone, but very small shrimp fry may be consumed. Providing hiding spots with moss and plants will help protect young shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2848\" data-start=\"2546\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2559\" data-start=\"2546\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2848\" data-start=\"2546\"\u003eLike other platies, the Green Lantern is a prolific livebearer. Males and females can be easily distinguished by the male’s gonopodium (modified anal fin). Females may give birth to 20–40 fry every 4–6 weeks. 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