{"product_id":"marigold-swordtail","title":"Marigold Swordtail","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMarigold Swordtail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMarigold Swordtail\u003c\/strong\u003e is a vibrant and active livebearer known for its brilliant golden-yellow to orange coloration, often with red-tinted fins. Mature males develop the characteristic elongated lower portion of the tail, or “sword.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy, active, and relatively easy to care for, Marigold Swordtails are an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced fish keepers. Their bright color tends to intensify as they mature, making them a standout addition to planted tanks, community aquariums, and breeding setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eXiphophorus hellerii\u003c\/em\u003e (aquarium-bred color strain)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful to Semi-Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3.5–5 inches (females are larger; male length includes the sword)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons (larger for a group)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–80°F\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.0 (prefers moderately hard, alkaline water)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to Top\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Livebearer \/ Easy to breed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwordtails are active swimmers and appreciate an aquarium with plenty of open swimming space along with plants or other areas for cover. Males may spar with each other, so when keeping males and females together, a ratio of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1 male to 2–3 females\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended to help reduce stress on the females. A secure lid is a good idea, since swordtails can jump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor healthy growth and vibrant coloration, provide a varied diet of quality flakes or pellets supplemented with foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and vegetable-based or spirulina foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coloration, patterns, fin shape, and sword length naturally vary between individual fish. The fish you receive may look a little different from others of the same variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Live Arrival\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips Mon–Wed by UPS Next Day Air in an insulated box with heat or cold packs as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMon–Wed orders placed before 12:00 PM PT ship the same day. Thu–Sun orders (and Wed orders after the cutoff) ship the following Monday.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee: send a photo of the unopened bag within 2 hours of delivery for store credit or a replacement. Valid on overnight shipping only. Choosing 2-day or any non-overnight shipping voids the guarantee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips to the lower 48 US states only, no P.O. boxes. Please be home to receive your fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Amfishco","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":50652634841305,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pair","offer_id":50652634874073,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Trio","offer_id":50652634906841,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/5447\/1129\/files\/Marigold_Swordtail_01_raw21.jpg?v=1791756153","url":"https:\/\/amfishco.com\/products\/marigold-swordtail","provider":"Amfishco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}