Shark

mollies

name	molly(pl.mollies)
Common Names	Black, Lyretail, Sailfin, Liberty, Mollie, Pointed Mouth, Short Finned, Mexican, Golden, Piebald, Ghost Pearl, Gold Dust, Red Sunset, etc.
Size	2 to 4 inches (5 - 10 cm) depending on the species
pH	7.5 - 8.5
Temperature	70ºF - 82ºF (21ºC - 28ºC)
Water Hardness	10º to 25º dH,
Origin	Central America
Life Span	3-4 years
Temperament	peacfull
Breeding / Reproduction	These are livebearers so it is fairly easy. Adding a little aquarium salt will help.
Tank Size	20 gallon(50l) minium, prefer tall aquariums
Compatible Tank Mates	Not many - some feel they should only be kept with others of the same species.
Diet / Food	Give them a varied diet consisting primarily of flake foods but supplement with live and freeze dried foods occasionaly.
Tank Region	All over the tank.
Gender	Males are more slender, females more round. Males also have a modified anal fin.
amount of fry	2-100