Velvet Wag Swordtail

• Diet: Flake, Frozen, Freeze-dried
• Maximum size: 3"
• Water temperature: 72-82° F
• Swimming level: Middle
• Experience level: Beginner
• Tank Setup: 10+ gallons, moderately planted

Common Name
Velvet Wag Swordtail

Scientific Name
Xiphophorus hellri

Family
Poeciliidae

Feeding Habits
Live blood worms, glass worms, brine shrimp and tubifex worms. Frozen vegetable diet, beef heart, brine shrimp, daphnia, plankton, blood worms and glass worms. Freeze dried and flake foods are also accepted.

Compatibility
Peaceful and schooling fish. Males should be outnumbered by the females two to one.

Habitat
Central America: Moderately decorated with rocks, live plants and driftwood.

Breeding
Males have the extension on their tail fins. Livebearers that can produced up to 80 offspring at a time. The fry may be eaten by their parents and other fish in the aquarium so they should be separated.

Additional Comments
Many color and fin variations have been produced by commercial breeders.

More information
Visit our Fish Care Center to find products, care information and bright ideas to enhance your underwater world.

Vet Assured™ Promise
All pets purchased at PetSmart are raised under our exclusive Vet Assured program and come with a 14-day satisfaction guarantee. Vet Assured is a program designed by PetSmart veterinarians to improve the health and well-being of our pets. The program sets standards for the care of our pets by our live animal partners and store associates and establishes strict standards for the monitoring and prevention of common illnesses found in pets. PetSmart makes a significant investment in the care of our pets and it is apparent in the quality and comfort of the pets in our stores. However, if your pet becomes ill during this initial 14-day period, or if you're not satisfied with your pet for any reason, PetSmart will gladly replace the pet or refund the purchase price. Please keep your sales receipt and return the pet to the store where it was purchased if needed.