Variatus Platy

Scientific name: Xiphophorus variatus

Another species of platy, the Variatus Platy is found less commonly in stores because some varieties don't acquire full coloration until almost mature.

The Variatus Platy does well in slightly cooler water than other platy

species -- 66º to 74º Fahrenheit -- with a pH between 7.0 and 8.2. Moderately to relatively hard water is best. All flake and freeze-dried foods are taken. Be sure to offer flake food with high vegetable content.