The Perfect Trio for Breeding Success

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The Bleeding Heart Tiger Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus hybrid) is a fairly recent and incredibly colorful variant of the platy species. It is known for its intense ruby to orange coloration, often featuring a distinct striped pattern. The color underneath the striping can vary, creating beautiful shades ranging from cream to yellow or orange. This trio consists of one male and two females, forming the ideal breeding group for a thriving, colorful community in your aquarium. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced aquarist, the Bleeding Heart Tiger Platy Trio adds vibrant color, activity, and the excitement of livebearer breeding to your tank. Individual genders are sometimes available.

What We Love About This Trio:

A dazzling, ruby-striped appearance: The Bleeding Heart Tiger Platy’s deep ruby to orange stripes, set against cream to orange undertones, make it a striking centerpiece in any aquarium.
A harmonious breeding group: The 1 male to 2 female ratio helps reduce stress on the females, encouraging frequent breeding and maintaining a peaceful environment.
Great for beginners and breeders alike: Hardy and easy to care for, this trio provides an ideal setup for those looking to start a breeding group or enhance their aquarium.
Livebearers that reproduce easily: With the proper care, this trio will establish a self-sustaining population, bringing the joy of watching fry grow into beautiful adults.

What Does Trio Mean?

A “Trio” refers to a group of three Bleeding Heart Tiger Platies: one male and two females. This 1:2 male-to-female ratio is critical for successful breeding, as it helps prevent a single female from being over-harassed by the male. This balanced dynamic reduces stress and creates a healthier environment for ongoing reproduction.

Natural Habitat:

Though the Bleeding Heart Tiger Platy is a selectively bred variant, platies are native to Central America. They naturally inhabit slow-moving rivers, ponds, and streams with plenty of plant cover and moderate water flow, which provides ideal conditions for living and breeding.

Aquascaping:

Plants: Add hardy plants such as Java Fern, Anubias, or Hornwort to provide shelter for fry and create a natural, comfortable environment.
Hardscape: Incorporate smooth river rocks and driftwood to create hiding spots and add structure to the aquarium.
Botanicals: Indian almond leaves or alder cones can help replicate the fishs natural habitat and enhance water quality, although they are not essential for this species.

Diet and Feeding:

Bleeding Heart Tiger Platies are omnivores and do best on a varied diet. High-quality flakes or pellets should form the base of their diet, supplemented with blanched vegetables (like spinach or zucchini) and live or frozen foods (such as brine shrimp or bloodworms) to keep them healthy and vibrant. A varied diet promotes coloration and breeding health.

Tank Mates and Compatibility:

Bleeding Heart Tiger Platies are peaceful and compatible with a variety of small, non-aggressive fish, including Corydoras, Guppies, and small Tetras. Avoid keeping them with large or aggressive species, as they may become stressed or harmed.

Shrimp Safe:

These platies are generally safe with adult shrimp but may prey on shrimp fry. To protect shrimp fry, ensure the tank has plenty of hiding spots where they can avoid being eaten.

Breeding:

Bleeding Heart Tiger Platies are livebearers, and females will give birth to free-swimming fry. In a well-planted tank, the fry have a higher chance of survival, as adult fish may eat them. Providing plenty of plant cover will increase the likelihood of fry making it to adulthood.

Recommended Tank Parameters:

Temperature: 68 – 79F (20 – 26C)
pH: 7.0 – 8.2
KH: 10 – 25 dKH
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons (for a trio)

Care Guidelines:

Diet: Feed a varied diet of high-quality flakes or pellets, supplemented with vegetables and live or frozen foods to promote health and coloration.
Social Behavior: The Bleeding Heart Tiger Platy is a social fish that thrives in groups. The trio setup ensures balanced social interactions and successful breeding.
Origin: These Bleeding Heart Tiger Platies are tank-bred, making them hardier and better suited to life in an aquarium.
Average Adult Size: 2 – 2.5 inches (5 – 6.5 cm)
Average Purchase Size: 1 – 1.5 inches (2.5 – 4 cm)

Enhance your aquarium with the stunning colors of the Bleeding Heart Tiger Platy Trio! This group is not only visually captivating but also provides the ideal breeding setup for those looking to experience the joy of livebearers.

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