{"product_id":"yucatan-molly","title":"Yucatan Molly | The Velvet Wanderer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYucatan Sailfin Molly (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003ePoecilia velifera)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Yucatan Sailfin Molly brings a striking presence to the aquarium, particularly when a mature male raises his magnificent, sail-like dorsal fin. Native to Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, this impressive livebearer is admired for its elegant proportions, subtle iridescence, and fascinating courtship displays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFound naturally in coastal lagoons, wetlands, and other mineral-rich waters, the Yucatan Sailfin Molly thrives in spacious aquariums with warm, hard, alkaline water. Although capable of living in freshwater or brackish conditions, stable water parameters are essential to its long-term health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful and social, these mollies make beautiful additions to appropriately sized community aquariums. Their active swimming habits and impressive adult size make them especially rewarding for aquarists who can provide plenty of room to explore.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoecilia velifera\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yucatan Sailfin Molly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 5–7 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 55 gallons recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 75–82°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7.5–8.5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hard to very hard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Freshwater or appropriately maintained brackish water\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally peaceful and social\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivorous, with a strong preference for algae and vegetable matter\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Other peaceful fish that tolerate similar water conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Considerations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide ample open swimming space alongside hardy aquatic plants, natural hiding areas, and effective filtration. Males may display territorial or competitive behavior toward one another, particularly when females are present. A group with more females than males can help reduce persistent courtship pressure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYucatan Sailfin Mollies are livebearers, meaning females give birth to free-swimming young rather than laying eggs. Breeding can occur readily in suitable conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive Arrival Policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive fish are not eligible for standard returns. Any concerns regarding arrival condition must be reported within \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 hours of confirmed delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with clear photographs of the fish and shipping packaging, in accordance with our Live Arrival Guarantee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Danaqua Live Fish \u0026 More","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68129480638745,"sku":"sku-41919960154206","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/9803\/5225\/files\/IMG-7908.jpg?v=1793326432","url":"https:\/\/thelovefern.com\/products\/yucatan-molly","provider":"The Love Fern","version":"1.0","type":"link"}