Mickey Mouse Gold Platy Xiphophorus Maculatus 3cm
Image for illustration purposes only. Exact colours, patterns, and size may vary between individuals.
Delivered alive, guaranteed
Live fish delivery is £20 per order, delivered Thursday, Friday or Saturday, arriving before 1:00pm on the day you choose at checkout. Packed by aquatic specialists and shipped overnight with a dedicated livestock courier, every fish is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee with automatic refunds. See How Live Fish Delivery Works for full details.
When will my fish arrive?
| Order placed | Delivery day |
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| Up to Monday 11:00am | Thursday (that week) |
| Monday after 11:00am – Tuesday 11:00am | Friday (that week) |
| Tuesday after 11:00am – Wednesday 11:00am | Saturday (that week) |
| Wednesday after 11:00am – Sunday (any time) | Thursday (following week) |
Mickey Mouse Gold Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus)
Overview
The Mickey Mouse Gold Platy is a lively and colorful freshwater livebearer, easily recognized by its bright golden-orange body and the distinctive “Mickey Mouse” black marking near its tail. Hardy and active, it adds vibrant color and movement to community aquariums.
Origin
A selectively bred variety of the common platy, originally from Central America. Widely available in the aquarium hobby due to its adaptability and ease of care.
Feeding
Omnivorous and easy to feed:
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High-quality flakes or pellets
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Frozen or live foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, or bloodworms
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Occasional vegetable matter such as blanched spinach, zucchini, or algae wafers
Tank Mates
Peaceful and ideal for community tanks. Compatible with:
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Other livebearers (mollies, swordtails, platies)
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Small tetras, rasboras, and danios
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Corydoras and other gentle bottom dwellers
Avoid: Aggressive or much larger species that may harass them.
Aggression
Low. Generally peaceful; males may occasionally nudge each other during mating displays.
Experience Level
Beginner. Very hardy and easy to care for, making it suitable for novice aquarists.
Water Parameters
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Temperature: 70–78°F (21–26°C)
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pH: 7.0–8.0
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Hardness: 10–20 dGH
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Notes: Provide planted areas and hiding spots to encourage natural behavior. Regular water changes keep colors vibrant and fish healthy.
The Mickey Mouse Gold Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) is a bright, peaceful, and hardy livebearer, perfect for beginner-friendly community aquariums and colorful freshwater displays.
Please Note
The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.
Frequently Asked Questions
In insulated boxes designed for live transport, packed by aquatic specialists,
overnight with a licensed live-animal courier, arriving before 1pm.
It is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
Photograph it within 4 hours of delivery, email info@birchwoodaquaticcentre.co.uk with your order number, and the refund is processed automatically. The cover continues for 7 days after arrival.
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. You pick your day at checkout; please choose a day someone is home.
Yes. One basket, one checkout; the fish arrive with the specialist courier and the rest of your order ships as normal.
We can deliver to UK mainland only for live fish.
Follow the five-minute acclimatisation steps in our When Your Fish Arrive guide: float the bags, add tank water gradually, net the fish in, lights low, feed tomorrow.