Assorted Balloon Molly 3-4cm

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Assorted Balloon Molly (Poecilia sphenops) Colourful, playful and full of personality, Assorted Balloon Mollies are a delightful livebearer available in a wide range of vibrant col ours and patterns. Their distinctive rounded body shape, peaceful temperament and active swimming behaviour make them a fantastic choice for community aquariums and one of the easiest fish for beginners and families to enjoy. Quick Facts Scientific name: Poecilia sphenops Common name: Assorted Balloon Molly Current size: Approximately 3–5 cm Adult size: 6–8 cm Tank size: 60L+ recommended Difficulty: 🟢 Easy Temperament: Peaceful and active Best kept: Groups of 5 or more, with more females than males Is this for you? ✔️ Perfect if: You want colourful, hardy community fish. You're new to the aquarium hobby. You enjoy livebearing fish that breed readily. You like the excitement of receiving a surprise colour variety. ❌ Avoid if: You require a specific colour or pattern. You keep aggressive or fin-nipping fish. Your aquarium has poor water quality. You don't have space for potential fry if breeding occurs. Why choose Assorted Balloon Mollies? Balloon Mollies are instantly recognisable by their rounded body shape and cheerful personality. This assorted selection may include a variety of colours and patterns, including black, gold, silver, dalmatian, marble, calico, orange and other beautiful combinations, making every purchase a pleasant surprise. These active livebearers spend the day exploring every part of the aquarium and are constantly grazing on algae and biofilm between feeding times. Their peaceful temperament makes them ideal companions for many community fish, while their hardy nature makes them an excellent choice for beginners. Given good conditions, Balloon Mollies breed readily, making them a rewarding species for aquarists interested in raising livebearer fry. Benefits Wide variety of beautiful colours and patterns Peaceful and beginner-friendly Constantly active and entertaining May help graze soft algae Excellent community aquarium fish Livebearers that breed readily Care made simple Temperature: 24–28°C pH: 7.0–8.2 Diet: Quality flakes, livebearer pellets, algae wafers, spirulina foods and occasional frozen foods Water: Clean, stable and well-filtered Substrate: Sand or fine gravel Setup: Planted aquarium with open swimming areas and hardy plants Maintain regular water changes to support long-term health. A varied diet containing vegetable matter helps keep Balloon Mollies in excellent condition. Pairs perfectly with Platies Swordtails Corydoras Bristlenose Catfish Honey Gouramis NTA Insight: Our Assorted Balloon Mollies are selected from a range of healthy colour varieties currently available. While we cannot guarantee a specific colour, every fish is individually chosen for health and quality. They are one of the best fish for beginner aquarists, offering beautiful colours, peaceful behaviour and the possibility of raising live young in a well-maintained community aquarium. FAQ What does "assorted" mean? Assorted means your Balloon Molly will be selected from the colours currently available. Specific colours or patterns cannot be guaranteed. Are Balloon Mollies suitable for beginners? Yes. They are among the easiest freshwater fish to keep and are highly recommended for beginner aquarists. Do Balloon Mollies breed easily? Yes. Like other Mollies, they are livebearers and can produce fully formed fry approximately every four to six weeks under suitable conditions. What should I feed them? A varied diet of quality flakes, livebearer pellets, algae-based foods and occasional frozen foods will keep them healthy and colourful. Can they live with shrimp? Adult shrimp generally coexist well with Balloon Mollies, although newly hatched shrimp may occasionally be eaten. How long do Balloon Mollies live? With excellent care and stable water conditions, Balloon Mollies typically live between 3 and 5 years. Should I keep more females than males? Yes. Keeping at least two to three females for every male helps reduce breeding stress and results in a more harmonious aquarium. Show more