Gold Moonlight Mickey Mouse Platy – Xiphophorus maculatus

The Gold Moonlight Mickey Mouse Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) is a beautiful, hardy livebearer with a shimmering gold body and the signature “Mickey Mouse” pattern near the tail. Peaceful and easy to care for, these fish are perfect for beginners and thrive in community aquariums. Their active nature and bright coloration make them a lively addition to planted or decorative tanks.

• Peaceful and beginner-friendly livebearer
• Distinct gold and orange coloration with Mickey Mouse tail pattern
• Excellent for community aquariums
• Hardy and adaptable to a wide range of water parameters
• Compatible with guppies, mollies, and other peaceful fish

Care Guide:

• Temperature: 72–82°F
• pH: 7.0–8.2
• Hardness: Moderate to hard water preferred
• Diet: Omnivore – flakes, pellets, frozen/live foods
• Size: Up to 2.5 inches
• Temperament: Peaceful and social; best kept in small groups

FAQs:
Q: Are Gold Moonlight Platies good for beginners?
A: Yes, they are one of the easiest freshwater fish to care for and very hardy.

Q: Do they breed easily?
A: Yes, platies are livebearers and can reproduce readily in home aquariums.

Q: Can they live with guppies or tetras?
A: Absolutely—they mix well with most peaceful community fish.