{"product_id":"sunset-highfin-platy","title":"Sunset Highfin Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) – Live Freshwater Aquarium Fish for Community Tanks","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring a burst of color to your community tank with the Sunset Highfin Platy. This peaceful livebearer features a striking golden-orange body that fades into deep red hues, paired with an elegant, extended high dorsal fin. Hardy and easy to care for, platys are excellent for beginner and experienced aquarists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly active and social, the Sunset Highfin Platy thrives in community aquariums with other peaceful species. As livebearers, they give birth to free-swimming fry, making them a favorite among aquarists who enjoy breeding projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright golden-orange and red sunset coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive high dorsal fin variation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful, hardy, and beginner-friendly livebearer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to breed; livebearing fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/em\u003e (Sunset Highfin variation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~2–2.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10+ gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore – enjoys flakes, pellets, and live\/frozen foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–78°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–28 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guppies, mollies, swordtails, corydoras, tetras, snails, shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are platys good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes! They are hardy, peaceful, and easy to feed, making them perfect for new aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do they need a group?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: While not schooling fish, platys do better in small groups of 3 or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will they breed in my aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, platys are livebearers and will often breed readily in community setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShop Sunset Highfin Platy at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd vibrant color and easygoing personality to your aquarium with healthy, home-raised Sunset Highfin Platys from Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC in Cheyenne, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52113481466069,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/download_67.jpg?v=1771517252","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/sunset-highfin-platy","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}