{"product_id":"hi-fin-red-lyretail-swordtail-xiphophorus-hellerii","title":"Hi-Fin Red Lyretail Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eAdd a dramatic splash of crimson and architectural elegance to your aquarium with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"86\"\u003eHi-Fin Red Lyretail Swordtail\u003c\/b\u003e. This premium variety is a masterpiece of selective breeding, boasting an oversized, sail-like dorsal fin and a sophisticated \"lyre\" shaped tail that trails gracefully behind it. With its intense red coloration and active personality, this fish is the perfect centerpiece for hobbyists who want high-impact beauty without high-maintenance demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuick Stats \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eXiphophorus hellerii\u003c\/i\u003e (Hi-Fin Lyretail Morph)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e The wild ancestors are native to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003eMexico and Central America\u003c\/b\u003e. The Hi-Fin Red Lyretail is a designer variety developed for the ornamental fish trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 4–5 inches (excluding the sword length).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e 3–5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Environment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHi-Fin Red Lyretail Swordtails are remarkably hardy, making them suitable for both novice and expert aquarists. However, because of their long, delicate finnage, they appreciate an environment with gentle to moderate water flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e A minimum of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003e29 to 30 gallons\u003c\/b\u003e is recommended. They are powerful swimmers and need horizontal space to move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/b\u003e They look stunning against a dark substrate, which enhances their deep red pigment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/b\u003e These fish thrive in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003ewell-planted tanks\u003c\/b\u003e. Use tall plants like Jungle Val or Amazon Swords to provide cover, while leaving the center area open for swimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 72°F to 82°F (22°C–28°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003epH:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.0–8.2 (They prefer slightly alkaline, harder water).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/b\u003e 12–30 dGH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Diet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eSwordtails are natural omnivores with a healthy appetite. Providing a varied diet ensures their fins stay strong and their color remains vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStaple Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e High-quality flake food or floating micro-pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor Enhancement:\u003c\/b\u003e Feed frozen or live foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms to boost the \"fire-red\" intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVegetable Matter:\u003c\/b\u003e They enjoy grazing on algae and will appreciate occasional spirulina flakes or blanched zucchini.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eThese are social, peaceful fish that get along well with most community dwellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Partners:\u003c\/b\u003e Platies, Mollies, larger Tetras, Corydoras, and peaceful Gouramis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSocial Ratio:\u003c\/b\u003e It is best to keep them in a ratio of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003eone male to at least two or three females\u003c\/b\u003e. This prevents the male from exhausting a single female with constant attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/b\u003e Large, aggressive tank mates or notorious \"fin-nippers\" (like Tiger Barbs) that might target their trailing Lyretail or Hi-Fin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eAs livebearers, Swordtails are exceptionally easy to breed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLive Birth:\u003c\/b\u003e Instead of laying eggs, females give birth to fully formed, free-swimming fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Lyretail Gene:\u003c\/b\u003e Interestingly, due to the elongated gonopodium (breeding organ) of many Lyretail males, they can sometimes have difficulty breeding naturally. Many breeders keep \"normal fin\" males with Lyretail females to ensure successful spawning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFry Survival:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide dense floating plants like Guppy Grass or Hornwort to give the fry a place to hide from adult fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e These fish are excellent jumpers! Always ensure your aquarium has a tight-fitting lid to keep your Swordtails safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe photos shown on fish product pages are representations of adult fish and are NOT the actual fish that you will be receiving.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease visit our “Ordering\/Shipping fish” page prior to checking out to familiarize yourself with our process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e⁃\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe ship fish exclusively using overnight shipping with either FedEx or UPS. We will not ship fish with lesser expensive shipping services like “Ground” or “Priority Mail”. This is to ensure the safety of the fish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KGTropicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40969214820416,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1478\/2240\/files\/InstagramPost-32.png?v=1776955930","url":"https:\/\/keepfishkeeping.com\/products\/hi-fin-red-lyretail-swordtail-xiphophorus-hellerii","provider":"KGTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}