Albino Firecracker Swordtail

Xiphophorus hellerii4.8(27)

Easy carePeacefulKeep 3+

Live fish delivery, WA only$35 Perth metro and Mandurah, $65 rest of WA. One fee covers your whole order, plants and dry goods included. Sent overnight on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to a street address (no PO Boxes).

Free pickup in KenwickOpen Tue to Sat, 12pm to 6pm

A fiery red and white swordtail, active and hardy.

Care levelEasy, a great first fish

EasyModerateExpert

Water temperature22 to 28°C

18°C32°C

Group sizeKeep 3 or more

Adult size10cm

LivesMiddle to top

DietOmnivore

SuitsCommunity tanksBeginners

Pairs well with this fish

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About this fish

Firecracker Swordtail is a bold and colorful livebearer with striking red tones and active behavior.

Why you will love it

Bright red coloration all over the entire fish
Active and hardy
Approx size: 8–10 cm
Easy to care for
Great for beginners

Care requirements

Care level: Easy
Adult size: 8–10 cm
Temperature: 22 to 28 °C
pH: 7.0 to 8.0
Swimming level: Mid/Top
Minimum group size: 3+

Feeding: Omnivorous diet.
Compatibility: Best with peaceful fish.
School of Scape quality: We select healthy fish and recommend acclimation and stable parameters for best results.

How your fish arrive

Packed in oxygen filled bags inside an insulated box and sent overnight by air express on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Live arrival

8 hour live arrival guarantee. If a fish arrives dead or clearly stressed from transit, contact us within 8 hours of delivery with photos of the fish in the original sealed bag, and we will replace or refund it. Freight is not refundable, and someone needs to be home to accept the delivery. Remote far north WA (Gascoyne, Pilbara and Kimberley) is sent at your own risk.

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Delivery and returns

Free delivery over $100 in WA and $150 elsewhere in Australia. Free pickup from our Kenwick store, Tue to Sat, 12pm to 6pm.

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