Description
The Lyretail Molly Fish is a selectively bred variant of Poecilia sphenops, renowned for its flowing, lyre-shaped tail fin and distinctive color pattern. Their vibrant yellow and gold bodies are beautifully contrasted by deep black patches on the fins and body, creating a unique look that stands out among other molly fish varieties. This Molly fish is not only beautiful but also hardy, adaptable, and well-suited for both beginner and experienced aquarists.
Golden Black Mollies typically reach an adult size of 3–4 inches (7.5–10 cm). The lyretail variety is especially prized for its elongated, trailing tail fin that enhances its graceful swimming. Their striking yellow and black coloration, sometimes with shimmering gold or orange accents, is sure to turn heads in both planted and classic community aquariums.
Lyretail mollies are peaceful, active, and thrive in community tanks with other gentle fish such as Tetras, Guppies, Swordtails, Platies, Corydoras, and even invertebrates like shrimp. They are livebearers, so you may see baby mollies (fry) if males and females are kept together. Provide a well-planted tank with open swimming space and a secure lid, as Mollies are known for their occasional jumping.
At our Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Golden Black Lyretail Molly for sale and other freshwater fish for sale are carefully selected and packed with love! Visit us to buy them online or at our aquarium store in Virginia for more betta fish for sale, freshwater shrimp for sale, live aquatic plants for sale, and aquarium supplies.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THIS FISH:
Stunning yellow and black coloration, sometimes with gold or orange highlights
Elegant lyretail fin for a graceful, eye-catching display
Grows to 3–4 inches, great for small and medium community aquariums
Peaceful and adaptable, perfect for planted tanks and beginners
Livebearer, which is easy to breed with proper care
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons
Temperature: 72°–82°F (22°–28°C)
pH: 7.0–8.5
Hardness: 10–25 dGH
Filtration: Gentle to moderate flow; clean, well-oxygenated water
CARE GUIDELINES:
Diet: Omnivorous. Feed a varied diet of high-quality flakes, micro pellets, algae wafers, and blanched vegetables (such as spinach or zucchini). Supplement with live or frozen foods (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms) to enhance color and breeding health.
Tank Setup: Use fine gravel or sand substrate, provide plenty of live plants, hiding spots, and open swimming areas. Maintain stable water conditions with regular water changes.
Behavior: Peaceful and social; best kept in groups of 4 or more for natural schooling and reduced stress. Separate males and females if you wish to control breeding.
