✅ Level: Easy — an easy beginner fish that is not demanding.

The Black Molly (Poecilia Sphenops) should be entirely black, hence its name. It likes a densely planted aquarium with plenty of swimming space and, like other livebearing toothcarps, is easy to care for — ideal for beginners.

🐠 Animal Specifications

🏪 Collection & warranty

• Only available for collection at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
• Feel free to inspect the fish carefully in the store when collecting
• Feel free to ask for advice on care or aquarium composition when collecting

✂️ Care

Provide a densely planted aquarium with plenty of swimming space. As a livebearing species, the mother carries the young in her belly for a while and releases them as soon as they are fully grown — provide sufficient hiding places (such as dense planting) if you want to keep the fry, otherwise they are often eaten.

🐠 Combination Tip

The difference in gender is clearly visible: females have a fin under their belly, males have a gonopodium. Keep as a pair or harem — pay attention to the male/female ratio to limit excessive reproduction.

❓ Frequently asked questions

How do I tell the difference between a male and a female?
Females have a fin under their belly, males have a gonopodium.

Will I get offspring?
Very likely — Black Mollies are livebearers and reproduce quickly when sexes are mixed.

Is this fish suitable for a beginner's aquarium?
Yes, the Black Molly is an easy, undemanding beginner fish.

Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.