{"product_id":"tiger-ruby-platy","title":"Tiger Ruby Platy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Tiger Ruby Platy\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a colorful freshwater livebearer known for its fiery red body and bold tiger-like black markings. Hardy, peaceful, and active, this platy variety is a great choice for beginner aquariums, community tanks, and planted freshwater setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger Ruby Platies stay small, adapt well to a wide range of freshwater conditions, and bring bright color and movement to the aquarium. Like other platies, they are livebearers, meaning females give birth to live fry instead of laying eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful freshwater livebearer fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiery red body with tiger-like black markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful and community-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and beginner-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for planted aquariums and aquascapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive swimmer that adds movement to the tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan breed readily in the home aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Xiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiger Ruby Platy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 2–2.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful and community-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 gallons or larger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–80°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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger Ruby Platies are omnivores and do best with a varied diet. Feed a quality tropical flake or small pellet as the staple food, and offer variety with frozen foods, live foods, algae-based foods, and vegetable matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA planted aquarium with open swimming space is ideal for Tiger Ruby Platies. Live plants, floating plants, and décor provide cover and help reduce stress, while open areas allow them to swim actively throughout the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger Ruby Platies are peaceful community fish and do well with many other calm freshwater species. Good tank mates include guppies, mollies, swordtails, other platies, peaceful tetras, rasboras, corydoras, snails, and other non-aggressive fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaties are livebearers and can breed easily when males and females are kept together. Females can give birth to live fry every 4–6 weeks under good conditions. If you want fry to survive, provide floating plants, moss, or dense cover where baby fish can hide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre Tiger Ruby Platies easy to care for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Tiger Ruby Platies are hardy, peaceful, and beginner-friendly, making them a great choice for new freshwater aquarium keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo Tiger Ruby Platies breed easily?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Like other platies, Tiger Ruby Platies are prolific livebearers and can produce fry regularly in a well-maintained aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan Tiger Ruby Platies live with other fish?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They are peaceful community fish and mix well with other small, non-aggressive freshwater species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the best tank setup for Tiger Ruby Platies?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA planted aquarium with stable water conditions, moderate filtration, and open swimming space is ideal. Plants also provide cover and hiding places for fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre Tiger Ruby Platies good for aquascapes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Their bold red coloration and dark markings create strong contrast against green plants, making them a beautiful choice for planted aquariums and aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat do Tiger Ruby Platies eat?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are omnivores and will eat tropical flakes, small pellets, frozen foods, live foods, algae-based foods, and vegetable matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Tiger Ruby Platies at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger Ruby Platies are colorful, peaceful, and beginner-friendly freshwater fish that make a great addition to community aquariums and planted tanks. Shop Tiger Ruby Platies and other livebearers at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51691946934485,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/A444C822-D200-4E0D-8412-2B43EDD9E5A7.jpg?v=1756074091","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/tiger-ruby-platy","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}