Aquarium Outline – Molly Fish by Precious asaolu https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd Mollies are small freshwater fish from Central and South America. They come in many colors like black, gold, and spotted. Mollies eat algae, plants, and small insects. They are peaceful community fish and live best in groups. Mollies can survive in both freshwater and slightly salty water. en-us 2025-08-28 14:29:31 UTC 2025-08-29 03:36:59 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/8.0/svg/1f48b.svg Aquarium Goals preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558849880 Goal #1: Create a healthy environment for mollies to live and breed.
Goal #2: Design a natural-looking freshwater aquarium that supports my fish.
Goal #3: Learn the responsibilities of tank maintenance and water care.

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Common Name: Molly Fish
Other Names: Mollies (varieties include Black Molly, Sailfin Molly, Balloon Molly, Dalmatian Molly)
Scientific Name: Poecilia sphenops

]]> 2025-08-28 14:55:49 UTC https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558860598 Descriptions preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558865152 Mollies are freshwater fish from Central & South America. They eat algae, plants, and small bugs. They are peaceful, colorful, and easy to care for. Mollies can live in fresh or slightly salty water.

]]> 2025-08-28 14:58:34 UTC https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558865152 Fish Compatibility- GUPPY preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558870771 Small, colorful, and very peaceful fish. They are livebearers like mollies and do best in groups. Guppies are active swimmers and add a lot of color to community tanks.

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  • Freshwater, sometimes brackish.

  • Facts:

    1. pH 7.5–8.5 is best.

    2. Hard water helps them.

    3. Weekly water changes are needed.

  • Natural space: wide rivers, streams, coastal areas.

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  • Plants, driftwood, rocks, hiding caves.

  • Costs: $10–$40 each piece.

    • ]]>     2025-08-28 15:09:07 UTC https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558878717     Substrate preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558880827

  • Gravel

  • Cost: $10–$30.

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  • Purpose: light cycle, plants, colors.

  • Needed: Yes.

  • Hours: 8–12 daily.

    • ]]>     2025-08-28 15:13:10 UTC https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558883333     Hood Cover preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558885585

  • Purpose: stops jumping, less evaporation.

  • Needed: Yes.

    • ]]>     2025-08-28 15:14:49 UTC https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558885585     Temperature preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558887254

  • Range: 75–82°F.

  • Heater: Yes.

    • ]]>     2025-08-28 15:16:14 UTC https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558887254     Filter preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558890340 Type: Hang-on-back or sponge.

    ]]>     2025-08-28 15:18:32 UTC https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558890340     Tank Size preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558891615 20 gallons minimum (group fish).

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  • Gills for oxygen.

  • Bubbler/air stone helps.

    • ]]>     2025-08-28 15:23:36 UTC https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558896381     Summary preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558900029 Mollies are colorful, friendly, and easy fish. They need a 20-gallon tank with plants, and space to swim. A heater, filter, and hood keep them safe and healthy.

    ]]>     2025-08-28 15:26:39 UTC https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558900029     Citations preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558906844 Fish Type: LiveAquaria. (2023). Molly Fish Overview. Retrieved from https://www.liveaquaria.com

    Description: Aquarium Co-Op. (2023). Molly Fish Care Guide. Retrieved from https://www.aquariumcoop.com

    Fish Compatibility: Petco. (2023). Guppy, Platy, and Swordtail Care Sheets. Retrieved from https://www.petco.com

    Water/Environment: Aquarium Co-Op. (2023). Molly Fish Care Guide. Retrieved from https://www.aquariumcoop.com

    Aquarium Decor: PetSmart. (2023). Fish Tank Décor and Accessories. Retrieved from https://www.petsmart.com

    Substrate:The Spruce Pets. (2023). Choosing Aquarium Substrate. Retrieved from https://www.thesprucepets.com

    Tank Lighting:Fishkeeping World. (2023). Aquarium Lighting Guide. Retrieved from https://www.fishkeepingworld.com

    Hood Cover:Petco. (2023). Aquarium Covers and Lids. Retrieved from https://www.petco.com

    Temperature:Aquarium Co-Op. (2023). Molly Fish Care Guide. Retrieved from https://www.aquariumcoop.com

    Filter: The Spruce Pets. (2023). Best Aquarium Filters for Different Fish. Retrieved from https://www.thesprucepets.com

    Tank Size: PetSmart. (2023). Molly Fish Tank Requirements. Retrieved from https://www.petsmart.com

    Air:Aquarium Store Depot. (2023). Do Fish Need Air Pumps? Retrieved from https://www.aquariumstoredepot.com





    ]]>     2025-08-28 15:32:37 UTC https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3558906844     Fish compatibility-Platy preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3559677218 Hardy, friendly fish that come in bright colors like red, orange, and yellow. They are easy to care for, livebearers, and get along well with mollies. Platies are active but not aggressive.

    ]]>     2025-08-29 02:29:42 UTC https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3559677218     Fish compatibility-Swordtail preciousasaolu180 https://padlet.com/preciousasaolu180/5z6fu88giu6q9zkd/wish/3559685026 Community fish known for their long “sword”-shaped tail fin. They are peaceful, grow a bit larger than mollies, and like to swim in open space. Swordtails are social and thrive with other livebearers.

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  • Gets along with:

    1. Guppies – Small, colorful, and peaceful. Active swimmers that do best in groups.

    2. Platies – Bright-colored, hardy, and friendly. Easy to care for and non-aggressive.

    3. Swordtails – Known for their long “sword” tail, active but peaceful community fish.

  • Aggression: Community (peaceful if not crowded).

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