Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.
Poecilia latipinna
Quick Stats: Dalmatian Molly
Family: Poeciliidae
Range: Gulf of Mexico through the east coast of Florida to North Carolina
Size: Up to 4¾ inches
Diet: Omnivore
Tank Set-up: Freshwater: Tough plants, good filtration
Tank Conditions: 68-82°F; pH 7.0-7.8; dH 10-25
Minimum Tank Capacity: 30 gallons
Light: Medium
Temperament: Peaceful
Swimming Level: Top to middle
Care Level: Moderate
Reproduction: Livebearer
The Dalmatian Molly is a hybrid color variation of Poecilia latipinna, the Sailfin Molly. The Sailfin Molly, P. latipinna, can be distinguished from the Mexican Sailfin, P. velifera by the number of dorsal rays. The Mexican Salfin has 18-19, and the Sailfin Molly has 14. The Dalmatian Molly has a black and white body, and is sometimes referred to as the Marbled Molly or Marbled Sailfin Molly.
Mollies have the ability to adapt to a variety of salt levels in the aquari ...
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