About the Platy Red & White Mickey Mouse Platy fish, scientifically known as Xiphophorus maculatus popular, peaceful, freshwater tropical fish known for their distinctive "Mickey Mouse" pattern on their tails. They are a hybrid color variation, typically featuring a white or cream base with red or orange accents, and the iconic black Mickey Mouse shape near the base of the tail. Husbandry & Care Temperament: Peaceful Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons Water Temperature: 68-79 °F Water pH: 7.0-8.2 Social Group: For every male fish, keep 2-3 females to prevent excessive individual harassment/courtship. Diet: Omnivorous; this species will readily accept a wide variety of commercial flakes/pellets, frozen daphnia/brine shrimp/bloodworms, and live baby brine shrimp or daphnia. Compatible with: Best with peaceful, non-aggressive community fish including but not limited to neon tetras, catfish (Corydoradinae), Loaches, Honey Gourami, Dwarf Gourami, Plecos, Nerite Snails, Amano Shrimp
