{"product_id":"pink-comet-swordtail","title":"Pink Comet Swordtail","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nta-product\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA bright, active livebearer with soft pink-to-coral colouring and the classic Swordtail profile.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eXiphophorus hellerii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable size:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 4.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e around 7.0–8.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e active and generally peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink Comet Swordtails are a good choice if you want a colourful, active fish for a suitably sized community aquarium. They spend plenty of time in open water and are easy to observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Pink Comet Swordtails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive pink-to-coral colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive swimming behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy livebearer when kept in stable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well in many peaceful community setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir bright colour and constant movement make them an easy focal fish without requiring specialised feeding. As livebearers, they are also interesting fish for aquarists who enjoy observing social and breeding behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare made simple\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide stable, well-filtered water with open swimming space, planted or structured areas for cover, and a secure lid. Feed a varied omnivorous diet using quality flakes or pellets supplemented with suitable frozen, live or vegetable-based foods. Avoid overcrowding and allow enough room for their adult size and activity level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs perfectly with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther robust, peaceful community fish with compatible water requirements. Avoid very aggressive tankmates or species likely to harass long fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNTA Insight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwordtails are sold as juveniles, so plan for the adult fish rather than the 4.5cm sale size. Males can display or chase, particularly around females, so provide swimming room and visual breaks in mixed groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the fish in the photo the exact fish I will receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The image represents the variety. Individual colour intensity and markings can vary naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Swordtails suitable for community aquariums?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally yes, when housed with compatible species and given enough room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they need a lid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Swordtails are active fish and a secure aquarium lid is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"4.5cm","offer_id":43244245123281,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/5771\/2849\/files\/pink-comet-swordtail-clean-2048_8f97de46-6bfa-4db9-9506-c5e635cb1634.jpg?v=1786676778","url":"https:\/\/nanotanksaustralia.com.au\/products\/pink-comet-swordtail","provider":"Nano Tanks Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}