Red Tuxedo Swordtail
SWD-01 · Raised in Iowa
A classic swordtail in red-orange with a bold black tuxedo band. Limited, bred in Iowa.
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The Red Tuxedo Swordtail pairs vivid red-orange color with a black band across the lower body. Males carry the signature sword, an extension of the lower tail fin that can reach 1–2 inches. Females are larger-bodied and just as colorful.
Swordtails are livebearers like guppies. We raise them in our own fish room, and availability is limited while the line grows. Check our eBay store for current stock.
Care at a Glance
| Temperature | 72–79°F |
| pH | 7.0–8.0 |
| Adult size | Males carry a sword of 1–2 inches |
| Tank | 20 gallons minimum; males need swimming room |
| Water changes | About 25% weekly |
| Feeding | Quality flake and pellets, with live or frozen foods as a regular treat |
| Temperament | Active, hardy community fish |
Tank Mates
Swordtails are active, hardy community fish. They do well with similar-sized, peaceful tank mates such as platies, mollies, corydoras and larger tetras. Males may spar with each other but rarely cause injury, so give them room.
Skip fin-nippers and large or aggressive fish. As with any fish, anything small enough to fit in a mouth is food.