Shop Mollies for sale at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Mollies are active freshwater livebearers known for their variety of colors, fin types, and steady movement in community aquariums.
Mollies can be a good choice for peaceful community tanks, planted aquariums, and livebearer setups when kept with compatible tankmates. Live Mollies are available for in-store purchase or local pickup only. Live livestock shipping is not available at this time.
Why Choose Mollies?
Mollies are popular freshwater livebearers related to guppies, platies, swordtails, and Endlers. They are available in many varieties, including black mollies, dalmatian mollies, sailfin mollies, lyretail mollies, gold dust mollies, balloon mollies, and other colorful types.
Their active swimming behavior and variety of colors make them a popular option for aquarists who want movement and visual interest in a freshwater aquarium. Research the exact variety before purchase, since some mollies, such as sailfin types, may need more swimming space.
Key Features
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Freshwater Livebearers: Related to guppies, platies, swordtails, and Endlers
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Many Color Varieties: Includes black, dalmatian, gold dust, orange, sailfin, lyretail, and balloon types
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Active Swimmers: Adds movement to community and planted aquariums
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Peaceful Temperament: Best with compatible freshwater community fish
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May Breed in Aquariums: Females give birth to live fry when males and females are kept together
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Local Pickup Only: Live fish are available for in-store purchase or local pickup only
Popular Molly Varieties
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Black Mollies: Classic dark-colored livebearers
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Dalmatian Mollies: Light bodies with black spotting
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Gold Dust Mollies: Gold and black patterned mollies
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Sailfin Mollies: Larger mollies with taller dorsal fins
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Lyretail Mollies: Mollies with extended tail fin edges
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Balloon Mollies: Compact-bodied mollies with a rounded body shape
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Orange Mollies: Bright orange livebearers for community aquariums
Livebearer Fish
Mollies belong to the livebearer group, meaning females give birth to live fry instead of laying eggs. Breeding may occur when males and females are kept together in stable aquarium conditions.
If you want fry to survive, provide live plants, moss, floating plants, or other cover. If you do not want the population to grow, consider keeping a single-sex group when possible.
Good for Community Aquariums
Mollies usually do well in peaceful community aquariums with compatible tankmates and similar water parameter needs. They are active fish and should have enough open swimming space, especially larger varieties.
Avoid keeping mollies with aggressive cichlids, large predators, or fin-nipping species. Specialty varieties with longer fins may need calmer tankmates.
Ideal Tank Mates
- Platies
- Guppies
- Swordtails
- Tetras with compatible water needs
- Rasboras
- Corydoras catfish
- Mystery snails
- Other peaceful community fish
Molly Care Tips
- Keep in a fully cycled, heated, filtered aquarium
- Maintain stable water quality with regular maintenance
- Provide open swimming space and some plant cover
- Feed a varied diet of quality flakes, pellets, algae-based foods, and occasional frozen foods
- Research specialty varieties such as sailfin mollies before purchase
- Use a secure lid, as active fish may jump
Good for Planted Aquariums
Mollies can work well in planted aquariums that provide open swimming space along with areas of cover. Live plants help create visual barriers and provide shelter for fry if breeding occurs.
Because mollies often prefer stable, slightly harder water, check compatibility with the plants and tankmates you plan to keep.
Shop Mollies Locally in Cheyenne, Wyoming
At Tropical Treasures Wyo, we offer Mollies for community aquariums, planted tanks, livebearer setups, and peaceful freshwater displays. Availability may include black mollies, dalmatian mollies, sailfin mollies, lyretail mollies, gold dust mollies, orange mollies, and other varieties depending on current livestock.
Aquarium hobbyists from Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, Fort Collins, Greeley, Scottsbluff, and surrounding communities visit Tropical Treasures Wyo for Mollies, livebearers, freshwater community fish, live aquarium plants, fish food, filtration supplies, and aquarium care products.
Live Mollies are available for in-store purchase or local pickup only at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Live livestock shipping is not available at this time.
Molly Fish FAQ
Are Mollies good for beginners?
Mollies can be a good choice for beginners with a stable, fully cycled aquarium, proper filtration, and compatible tankmates. They often do best in slightly harder, neutral-to-alkaline water.
Will my Mollies have babies?
Yes, if males and females are kept together. Mollies are livebearers and may reproduce in the aquarium. Provide plants or cover if you want fry to have a better chance of surviving.
How big do Mollies get?
Most Mollies reach around 3–4 inches, while some sailfin varieties can grow larger. Check the expected adult size of the variety before purchase.
What size tank do Mollies need?
A 20-gallon aquarium or larger is recommended for most small Molly groups. Larger or more active varieties may need more swimming space.
What are good tank mates for Mollies?
Good tank mates may include peaceful community fish such as platies, guppies, swordtails, rasboras, Corydoras catfish, snails, and other calm freshwater fish with similar care needs.
Are Mollies good for planted aquariums?
Yes. Mollies can do well in planted aquariums that provide open swimming space, stable water quality, and areas of cover.
Can Molly fish be shipped?
No. Live Molly fish are available for in-store purchase or local pickup only at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
