"Black Prince"
Characodon audax
The Bold Characodon, also known as the "Black Prince" (scientific name Characodon audax), belongs to the family Goodeidae. This fish is quite rare and unique. Despite its relatively modest coloration, it attracts…
Livebearers
Species in the catalogue: 92
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"Red Prince"
Characodon lateralis
The fish known as the "Red Prince" (scientific name Characodon lateralis) belongs to the Goodeidae family. Its unpretentiousness and hardiness, along with ease of breeding and maintenance, as well as the vibrant colors…
Albino Guppy
Poecilia reticulata
The Albino Guppy, belonging to the Poeciliidae family, is known by its scientific name Poecilia reticulata (Albino variety). A distinctive feature of this fish is the congenital absence of melanin – the black pigment in…
Alfaro cultratus
Alfaro cultratus
Alfaro cultratus, also known as the knife-edged livebearer, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. This fish is distinguished by its hardiness and unpretentiousness, which means it does not have special requirements for…
Ameca splendens
Ameca splendens
Ameca splendens belongs to the family Goodeidae. This fish is active and mobile, yet its temperament can be described as feisty. Such a character narrows the choice of possible tank mates, but observing it is very…
Balloon Molly
Poecilia sphenops
The Balloon Molly, also known as the Balloon Molly, is called the Balloon Molly in English-speaking trade. This common name is given to selective breeding forms obtained by breeding based on Poecilia sphenops, Poecilia…
Balloon Platy
Xiphophorus maculatus
The Balloon Platy, also called disk platy, is known in the trade as Balloon Platy. Its distinctive feature is an unusual body shape: a strongly curved, humped back and a noticeably swollen belly, present in both males…
Belonesox
Belonesox belizanus
The Belonesox, scientifically known as Belonesox belizanus, is a member of the Poeciliidae family. Despite its relatively small size, this species is considered a formidable predator, preferring to hunt from ambush. Its…
Berlin Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
The Berlin Swordtail, known in the English-speaking world as the Red Wagtail Swordtail, is an artificially bred variety. This hybrid, resulting from the crossbreeding of the common Green Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii)…
Black and White Molly
Poecilia sphenops
The Black and White Molly is a collective name for several selectively bred forms distinguished by their characteristic body colouring dominated by black and white tones. Examples of these forms include the Dalmatian…
Black and Yellow Molly
Poecilia sphenops
The Black and Yellow Molly, also known as Gold Dust Molly, takes its names from English trade names: Gold and Black Molly Fish and Gold dust molly. These names refer to a colour form of Poecilia sphenops distinguished…
Black Guppies
Poecilia reticulata
Black Monk Guppies, also known as Black Guppies, are a breed of Poecilia reticulata (Black strain) from the Poeciliidae family. One of the main features of this variety is the pronounced dark body coloration in males.…
Black Molly
Poecilia sphenops
The black molly, often simply called Black Molly, is apparently a selectively bred colour variant of the common molly, Poecilia sphenops. Some experienced breeders argue instead that it descends from Poecilia latipinna.…
Black Platy
Xiphophorus maculatus
In the trade, this cultivar is sold as Platy Black. It does not occur in nature but is an artificially developed colour variety of the common platy (Xiphophorus maculatus). Despite its name, the black colour, though…
Black Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
The Black Swordtail, scientifically known as Xiphophorus hellerii (Black variety), belongs to the Poeciliidae family. This fish is distinguished by its uniform dark body coloration, which gives it its name. Under…
Blackbanded Limia
Limia nigrofasciata
Limia nigrofasciata, also known as the blackbanded limia, is part of the Poeciliidae family. This fish is easy to keep and breed in an aquarium and coexists well with various species, making it an excellent choice for…
Blackbelly Limia
Limia melanogaster
Limia melanogaster, known as the Blackbelly Limia, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. These fish are characterized by their undemanding nature, successful breeding, and good compatibility with various tank mates. Such…
Blood Red Molly
Poecilia sphenops
The Blood Red Molly, often called Blood Red Molly in English-speaking countries, is a vibrant color variation developed through selective breeding of certain Molly species. Its distinguishing feature is its intense red…
Blue Guppies
Poecilia reticulata
Blue Guppies, known scientifically as Poecilia reticulata (Blue variety), belong to the Poeciliidae family. This name is a generalization and encompasses various breeds where blue is the dominant color. It is mainly…
Blue Platy
Xiphophorus maculatus
The blue platy is a selectively bred form of Xiphophorus maculatus that does not occur in nature. It is sold under trade names such as Platy Blue, Blue Moon Platy, and Platy Neon Blue. Its defining feature is the blue…
Blue-eyed Priapella
Priapella intermedia
Priapella intermedia, or the Blue-eyed Priapella, belongs to the family Poeciliidae, according to its scientific name. Its unpretentiousness in care and breeding makes this fish an excellent choice for those just…
Branner's Micropoecilia
Micropoecilia branneri
The scientific name Micropoecilia branneri belongs to the species Branner's Micropoecilia, which is part of the Poeciliidae family. This fish originates from South America, where it can be found widely in various…
Brembach's Halfbeak
Nomorhamphus brembachi
Nomorhamphus brembachi, or Brembach's Halfbeak, belongs to the family Zenarchopteridae. This fish is not often found in hobbyists' aquariums, which is due to its modest coloration. Sometimes it appears for sale along…
Calico Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
The calico swordtail, scientifically named Xiphophorus hellerii (Showa variety), belongs to the family Poeciliidae. It takes its name from the body pattern, which resembles the markings of the Japanese ornamental carp…
Chocolate Molly
Poecilia sphenops
Among the numerous selective breeding forms of mollies, the Chocolate Molly is frequently encountered, also known in the trade as Chocolate Molly. Its characteristic feature is the brownish coloration of its body and…
Cobra Guppy
Poecilia reticulata
The Cobra Guppy, scientifically known as Poecilia reticulata (Cobra variety), belongs to the family Poeciliidae. Its distinctive feature is a pattern of vertical stripes running along the posterior part of its body. The…
Common Guppy
Poecilia reticulata
The Common Guppy, also known as the Wild Guppy (scientific name Poecilia reticulata), belongs to the family Poeciliidae. It is distinguished from the numerous selective breeding forms developed by humans by its more…
Common Platy
Xiphophorus maculatus
The common platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) belongs to the family Poeciliidae. Its hardiness and bright colours make it one of the most popular aquarium fish. Most platys in tanks are selectively bred varieties, some of…
Coral Platy
Xiphophorus maculatus
The Coral Platy, also known as the Red and White Platy, is referred to as Platy Coral in the English-speaking market. This fish is a result of selective breeding, showcasing a unique color variation of the common Platy…
Cuban Limia
Limia vittata
Limia vittata, known as the mottled, striped, or Cuban limia, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. This aquarium fish is very popular; its care and breeding do not require special efforts, making it an excellent choice…
Cuban Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
The Cuban Swordtail, known in the trade as the Tuxedo Swordtail, is the result of crossbreeding. This fish is a hybrid between the Green Swordtail and the Tuxedo Platy. From the former ancestor, males inherited the…
Dalmatian Molly
Poecilia sphenops
The Dalmatian Molly, known in English-speaking countries as the Molly Dalmatian, is a result of selective breeding and does not occur in natural conditions. Precise information about its origin has not been preserved,…
Dermogenys
Dermogenys pusilla
Dermogenys, or the Malayan Halfbeak, is scientifically known as Dermogenys pusilla and belongs to the family Zenarchopteridae. This is a distinctive fish with a remarkable appearance. Despite its lack of bright colors,…
Dominican Limia
Limia perugiae
The Dominican Limia, scientifically known as Limia perugiae, belongs to the family Poeciliidae, also known as livebearers. As its name suggests, this fish is native to Central America. It is known as an endemic species,…
Dusky Millions Fish
Phalloceros caudimaculatus
Girardinus, or Phalloceros caudimaculatus by its scientific name, is a member of the family Poeciliidae. This unpretentious species, easy to keep and breed, does not boast vibrant coloration, but its care will not cause…
Endler's Guppy
Poecilia wingei
Endler's Guppy, scientifically known as Poecilia wingei, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. This vibrant and colorful fish is easy to keep and breed, making it an excellent choice for beginners in the aquarium hobby.…
Flag Platy
Xiphophorus maculatus
The Flag Platy, also known as the Sailfin Platy in English-speaking environments, stands out with its characteristic high dorsal fin. The first rays of this fin are noticeably thickened and taller than the subsequent…
Forest Halfbeak
Hemirhamphodon pogonognathus
The Hemirhamphodon pogonognathus, known in the scientific world as Hemirhamphodon pogonognathus, is a representative of the family Zenarchopteridae (Halfbeaks). This fish, also called the Forest Halfbeak, attracts…
Formosa
Heterandria formosa
Formosa, scientifically known as Heterandria formosa, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. This fish is striking for its miniature size and grace, reaching a modest 3 cm in length. In addition to its size, it is…
Four-eyed fish
Anableps anableps
Anableps anableps, commonly known as the Four-eyed fish, belongs to the family Anablepidae. This species of tropical fish is particularly interesting due to its unusual eye structure. Although the fish has only two…
Free Molly
Poecilia salvatoris
The Free Molly, also known as Poecilia salvatoris, belongs to the family Poeciliidae, which includes livebearers or gambusias. Discovered in 1907, this fish lost its species identity shortly after its description. For a…
Gambusia
Gambusia holbrooki
Gambusia, also known as the Mosquito fish, bears the scientific name Gambusia holbrooki and is a member of the Poeciliidae family. This lively and very active fish is renowned for its hardiness. It easily adapts to…
Girardinus Metallicus
Girardinus metallicus
Girardinus metallicus, or metallic livebearer, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. This fish was once very popular among aquarists in the early 20th century, largely due to its exceptional hardiness and resilience.…
Gold Molly
Poecilia sphenops
In the trade this fish is sold as Molly Gold, or gold molly; it is often called yellow molly as well. The gold molly is a cultivated form, not found in nature. It was developed by crossing popular Poecilia species such…
Golden Swordtail
Xiphophorus signum
Xiphophorus signum, known as the Golden Swordtail, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. The Latin name "signum" translates as "sign" or "distinguishing feature," which accurately describes the characteristic black mark…
Golden Teddy
Xenophallus umbratilis
Xenophallus umbratilis, also known as the Golden Teddy, is a species belonging to the family Poeciliidae. This fish boasts an attractive and intense coloration. However, keeping it in an aquarium involves a number of…
Green Guppies
Poecilia reticulata
Green Guppies, or their scientific name Poecilia reticulata (Green variety), belong to the family Poeciliidae. This name is used as a collective term to denote a number of artificially bred strains that display a…
Green Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
The green swordtail, scientifically known as Xiphophorus hellerii, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. The genus name honours Karl Bartholomaeus Heller, an Austrian botanist and naturalist (1824–1880), who first…
Guppy 'Black Prince'
Poecilia reticulata
The Guppy 'Black Prince', also known as the Half Black Guppy with the scientific name Poecilia reticulata (Half Black subspecies), is a member of the Poeciliidae family. This designation likely encompasses several…
Guppy Tuxedo
Poecilia reticulata
Guppy Tuxedo gets its name from its distinctive coloration. The scientific name is Poecilia reticulata (Tuxedo variety), and it belongs to the family Poeciliidae. The characteristic feature is a sharp contrast between a…
Hawaii Platy
Xiphophorus variatus
The Hawaii Platy, known in the English-speaking world as the Hawaii Platy, is one of many color variations of Xiphophorus variatus. Its history began in 1962 when this species first appeared at the University of Hawaii…
Hi-Fin Lyretail Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
The Lyretail Swordtail, known in the English-speaking trade as Hi-Fin Lyretail Swordtails, is an artificially bred variety. It originated in the USA in the late 1960s through the hybridization of Flag and Lyretail…
Hi-Fin Platy
Xiphophorus maculatus
The Hi-Fin Platy, often referred to as such in English-speaking countries, represents a group of hybrids. This name combines individuals obtained by crossing the common Platy and the Variatus Platy with the Flagtail…
Hi-Fin Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
Xiphophorus hellerii, known as the Hi-Fin Swordtail, is a member of the Poeciliidae family. Outside of Russia, in Europe and America, this variety is known as Swordtails Hi Fin. A distinctive feature of both male and…
Kohaku Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
The Kohaku Swordtail, scientifically known as Xiphophorus hellerii (Koi Kohaku variety), belongs to the family Poeciliidae. This fish was bred artificially and does not occur in nature. Its name, "Kohaku," was given due…
Koi Swordtails
Xiphophorus hellerii
Koi Swordtails, a variety of Xiphophorus hellerii, belong to the Poeciliidae family. This common name refers to fish whose unique body coloration resembles ornamental Koi carp. Among the most sought-after strains are…
Lyretail Molly
Poecilia sphenops
The Lyretail Molly, known in the English-speaking trade as LyreTail Molly, is a breed created artificially and has no natural counterparts. The subject of selection, presumably leading to its appearance, was the Sailfin…
Lyretail Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
The lyretail swordtail, Xiphophorus hellerii, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. The distinctive feature of this fish is the shape of its tail fin: the upper and lower rays are noticeably elongated. This lyrate form,…
Marble Molly
Poecilia sphenops
The trade name Marble Molly does not refer to a single breed, but rather to a colour pattern. This marble pattern is found in several selectively bred strains, including Poecilia velifera, Poecilia latipinna, Poecilia…
Mickey Mouse Platy
Xiphophorus maculatus
The Platy sold under the trade name "Mickey Mouse" (Platy Mickey Mouse) is not found in the wild. This fish is a selective breeding form of the common Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus). It received its recognizable name due…