{"product_id":"bumblebee-platy","title":"Bumblebee Platy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"43724747-8389-47c0-bbaa-b2fb03543fd8\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"355\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eBumblebee Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"800\"\u003eAdd bold contrast and lively personality to your aquarium with the beautiful Bumblebee Platy. This eye-catching variety is admired for its striking combination of vibrant golden-yellow and deep black coloration, resembling the distinctive markings of a bumblebee. Hardy, peaceful, and full of energy, the Bumblebee Platy is an ideal choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists looking to add colour and movement to a community aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eTheir active swimming behaviour and friendly temperament make them a popular addition to planted and tropical freshwater setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eWhy Choose Bumblebee Platy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"969\"\u003e🐝 Stunning black and golden-yellow colour pattern\u003cbr data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e🖤 Bold contrasting markings that stand out in any aquarium\u003cbr data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003e🐠 Peaceful, active, and easy to care for\u003cbr data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e🌱 Perfect for planted and community aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e⭐ Hardy livebearer ideal for beginners and experienced fishkeepers alike\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eWhen kept in groups, Bumblebee Platies create a colourful, energetic display as they explore every level of the aquarium and interact with one another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e🧬 Scientific Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003e📛 Common Name: Bumblebee Platy\u003cbr data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003e🏠 Tank Size: 40L+ recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003e📏 Adult Size: Up to 6cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature: 20–26°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e⚗️ pH Range: 7.0–8.2\u003cbr data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e🧘 Temperament: Peaceful\u003cbr data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003e🍽️ Diet: Flakes, pellets, vegetable matter, frozen foods, and live foods\u003cbr data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e👥 Group Size: 5+ recommended (more females than males if keeping mixed sexes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eBumblebee Platies are highly adaptable and thrive in stable freshwater aquariums. They appreciate planted areas for shelter along with open swimming space and benefit from a varied diet that includes both protein and vegetable matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003ePerfect for peaceful community aquariums. They mix well with guppies, mollies, swordtails, Corydoras, rasboras, danios, tetras, and other non-aggressive tropical fish. They can also be kept with most freshwater shrimp, although newly hatched shrimplets may occasionally become a snack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003eBumblebee Platies are livebearers and breed readily in freshwater aquariums. If males and females are housed together, fry can be expected regularly. Dense planting, mosses, or floating plants provide valuable cover for young fish. Routine water changes and a balanced, varied diet will help maintain their vibrant colours and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"2993\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe Bumblebee Platy is a fantastic choice for UK aquarists looking for a hardy, colourful, and easy-to-care-for tropical fish that combines striking black and yellow markings with an active, peaceful nature, making it a standout addition to any freshwater community aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Petra-aqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58340248453501,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.snuffleandswim.com\/products\/bumblebee-platy","provider":"Snuffle and Swim","version":"1.0","type":"link"}