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Swordtails & NANF as Tankmates


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One thing I’ve successfully explored this year has been merging US native fish species with Swordtails. Now, Xiphophorus species are central American, so the distance in native ranges is not so vast as transcontinental species. But this opens up some lovely options for aquarists interested in combining selected, small local / native fish with a staple in the hobby. Here are a few combos I’ve been working with…

Swordtails + Lowland Shiners

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Swordtails + Bluefin Killifish

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Swordtails + Gulf Coast Pygmy Sunfish

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Red Swordtails bring great colors to any green tank. US Natives bring interesting “personalities.” I use no heaters. Try it!  

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