How to care for platy fish in a 72L tank and prevent health issues?

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How to care Newly red wagtail platy and Mickey mouse platy fish in a 72 litre tank with any health problems ?

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Both species are excellent "beginner" fish and quite easy to care for. Your 20 gallon tank is a good size for about 6 to 8 fish of this species. 10 would be close to overcrowding the tank. Once your tank is properly cycled, you can add your fish. They are omnivorous and will readily eat flake, pellets, freeze dried and live foods. Chemistry should be monitored regularly and kept as follows: ammonia 0ppm, nitrites 0ppm, nitrates 20ppm or less, pH about 7, water temperature between 76 F and 78 F. Provide moderate cover (hiding places). These fish are live bearers, so if you have male and female then expect fry (baby fish) at some point. If not separated, fry will likely be eaten by adults.

How to care for platy fish in a 72L tank and prevent health issues?

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