The Platy Coral Red 1.5-2cm(Platy coral) is presented in our freshwater world. It is suitable for well-equipped aquariums.

Behaviour & maintenance

A calm, gregarious species from Central America / breeding, it appreciates a stable, well-filtered, oxygenated aquarium. Provide a volume of at least 80 L (group). Use starter bacteria and check your parameters regularly with water tests.

Diet

Omnivorous, this species accepts flakes, pellets and natural foods. Vary your ration with our specially adapted foods to support colour and vitality. For dense planting, consider aquarium fertilisers.

Water quality

• Ideal temperature: 22 - 26°C
• pH: 6.8 - 7.8
• GH: 6 - 12 °dGH
• KH: 3 - 8 °KH
• Conductivity: 150 - 400 µS

Before use, treat the water with a water conditioner. Efficient filtration(suitable filters) and regular maintenance(maintenance equipment) guarantee a healthy environment.

Decor & environment

Choose an aquarium substrate and natural plants. Look after the lighting with our aquarium lighting and complement it with appropriate decorations.

Maintenance sheet

Aquabota tip

Stability = success: monitor your parameters with water tests.

Shipping & delivery of live fish

The fish are shipped with care in suitable isothermal packaging, guaranteeing their safety during transport.

Delivery methods

• France Express (secure home delivery in France, Belgium and Luxembourg)
• In-store collection at Sombreffe (Belgium)

Shipment organisation

• Orders closed: every Monday at 10.00 am.
• France: departures on Monday or Tuesday, depending on the delivery department, for delivery between Tuesday and Thursday.
• Belgium & Luxembourg: departures on Monday and Tuesday for delivery between Tuesday and Wednesday.