Molly Balloon Medium

🐟 Balloon Molly
Poecilia sphenops

The Balloon Molly is a unique and eye-catching variety of molly known for its rounded body shape and lively personality. Available in a variety of colors, these peaceful livebearing fish are popular in community aquariums and are well suited for beginner aquarists.

Balloon Mollies are active swimmers that enjoy being kept in groups and bring constant movement to the aquarium. Like other mollies, they are livebearers and may reproduce easily in a healthy tank.

Care Level: Easy (Beginner Friendly)
Temperament: Peaceful
Adult Size: 2.5–3 inches
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
pH: 7.0–8.5 (prefers slightly alkaline water)
Diet: Omnivore — flakes, pellets, algae foods, and vegetables

Balloon Mollies prefer stable water conditions, good filtration, and peaceful tank mates such as platies, swordtails, tetras, and corydoras.

👉 A colorful and friendly fish perfect for community aquariums.