{"product_id":"sunset-platy","title":"Sunset Platy","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"wk5k3q\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"44\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eSunset Platy (\u003cem data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"43\"\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"390\"\u003eThe Sunset Platy is a vibrant and peaceful livebearer, loved for its stunning blend of fiery orange, golden yellow, and rich red colouration that beautifully resembles the warm hues of a sunset. Its compact body, friendly nature, and ease of care make it one of the most popular tropical fish for both beginners and experienced aquarists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"709\"\u003eAlways active and full of character, Sunset Platies spend their day exploring the aquarium, grazing on algae, and interacting peacefully with other fish. Their bright colours provide a striking contrast against green aquatic plants, making them a fantastic addition to planted aquariums and colourful community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qnxnha\" data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"743\"\u003e🌿 Why Choose Sunset Platies?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e🌅 Stunning sunset-inspired blend of orange, red, and golden yellow\u003cbr data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"815\"\u003e✨ Bright colours that stand out in any aquarium\u003cbr data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"865\"\u003e🐟 Peaceful and ideal for community aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e🌱 Excellent choice for planted and beginner aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"970\"\u003e💪 Hardy, adaptable, and easy to care for\u003cbr data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e🎨 Active fish that add constant movement and colour\u003cbr data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e🐠 A fantastic livebearer for both new and experienced fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003ePlaties are native to the freshwater rivers, streams, canals, and ponds of Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala. The Sunset Platy is a selectively bred colour variety of the Southern Platyfish, developed to enhance its brilliant warm colouration while maintaining the species' peaceful temperament and hardy nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"eyqbfy\" data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e📏 Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003e🧬 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003e📛 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunset Platy\u003cbr data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e🏠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60L+ recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 5–6cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–26°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003e⚗️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.2\u003cbr data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003e🧘 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1716\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality tropical flakes, micro pellets, algae-based foods, spirulina flakes, blanched vegetables, bloodworm, daphnia, brine shrimp, and other frozen or live foods\u003cbr data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003e👥 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5+ recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003eSunset Platies thrive in mature aquariums with stable water conditions and plenty of live plants. They enjoy a mixture of open swimming space and densely planted areas where they can rest and explore. Floating plants are also appreciated, particularly by young fry if breeding occurs. A varied diet rich in both vegetable matter and protein helps maintain their vivid colours and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19tjahi\" data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003e🐠 Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003eSunset Platies are peaceful community fish and are compatible with a wide variety of other non-aggressive species, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003e🐟 Guppies\u003cbr data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2493\"\u003e🐟 Endlers\u003cbr data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2506\"\u003e🐟 Mollies\u003cbr data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003e🐟 Swordtails\u003cbr data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2535\"\u003e🐟 Harlequin Rasboras\u003cbr data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2559\"\u003e🐟 Neon and Ember Tetras\u003cbr data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003e🐟 Corydoras\u003cbr data-start=\"2598\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003e🐟 Bristlenose Plecos\u003cbr data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003e🦐 Freshwater Shrimp (larger species)\u003cbr data-start=\"2662\" data-end=\"2665\"\u003e🐌 Peaceful freshwater snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2818\"\u003eAvoid housing them with aggressive cichlids, large predatory fish, or fin-nipping species that may cause stress or injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9ghvog\" data-start=\"2820\" data-end=\"2838\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"3162\"\u003eSunset Platies are prolific livebearers, with females capable of producing batches of fully formed fry approximately every 4–6 weeks under suitable conditions. If both males and females are kept together, breeding is almost inevitable. Providing dense planting or floating plants will give fry the best chance of survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3164\" data-end=\"3311\"\u003eFor the healthiest social dynamic, aim to keep one male with two or three females, helping to reduce unwanted attention towards individual females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3621\"\u003eAlthough extremely hardy and forgiving, Sunset Platies thrive in clean, well-maintained aquariums with regular water changes and a balanced diet. Their vibrant colours become even more intense when fed foods containing natural colour-enhancing ingredients such as spirulina, krill, and carotenoid-rich foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3947\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe Sunset Platy is an outstanding choice for UK aquarists looking for a colourful, peaceful, and easy-to-care-for tropical fish. With its warm sunset-inspired colours, friendly personality, and suitability for community aquariums, it makes a wonderful addition to planted tanks and is sure to brighten any freshwater setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petra-aqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58400274907517,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/4983\/3648\/files\/5341bea3-006a-41e5-a5ec-3aae0d977616.jpg?v=1784204744","url":"https:\/\/www.snuffleandswim.com\/products\/sunset-platy","provider":"Snuffle and Swim","version":"1.0","type":"link"}