🐟 Santa Claus Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii)
🐟 Santa Claus Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii)
Freshwater Livebearer • Peaceful Community Fish • Premium Colour Morph • Beginner Friendly Aquarium Fish
📋 The Santa Claus Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii) is a vibrant ornamental livebearer admired for its festive red, white, orange, and contrasting patternation, paired with the elegant sword extension seen in mature males.
Known for its Festive Premium Colour Pattern, this active and hardy freshwater fish brings constant movement and brilliant colour to peaceful community aquariums.
Its adaptable temperament and straightforward care requirements make it an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
With stable water quality and suitable tankmates, it thrives as a Beautiful Community Livebearer Display Fish.
💡 Highlights
🎄 Festive Premium Colour Morph: Bright red, white, orange, and contrasting markings
🐟 Elegant Swordtail Profile: Mature males develop signature tail extension
🧠 Beginner Friendly Livebearer: Hardy and easy to maintain
🌿 Peaceful Community Species: Excellent with compatible tankmates
✨ Active Display Fish: Constant movement and vibrant personality
🧾 A Quick Look at the Santa Claus Swordtail
📛 Common Name: Santa Claus Swordtail
🔬 Scientific Name:Xiphophorus hellerii
👨👩👧 Family: Poeciliidae
🌍 Origin: Captive-bred ornamental strain
📏 Max Size: 8–12 cm (≈ 3.1–4.7″)
💧 pH Range: 7.0–8.2
🌡️ Temperature Range: 22–28 °C (≈ 72–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Beginner
💖 Temperament: Peaceful / Active
🌿 Plant Tank Safe:✅ Yes
🏠 Min Tank Size: 75 L (≈ 20 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Mid to Upper Levels
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
⏳ Lifespan: 3–5 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Livebearer

















