Black Lyre Tail Mollies

Black Lyre Tail Mollies are striking, active freshwater fish known for their dramatic, elongated finnage and deep, midnight-black colouration. They are exceptionally hardy, making them an excellent choice for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike who want to add a touch of elegance to their community aquarium.

🐟 Black Lyre Tail Molly Care Tips

✅ Tank Requirements

• Tank Size: 60 litres for a small group to ensure they have plenty of room to swim.
• Group Size: 3 or more; they are social fish and appreciate the company of their own kind.
• Substrate: Fine gravel or sand is ideal for their bottom-scavenging behaviour.
• Filtration: Reliable filtration is essential, though they prefer moderate flow rather than a strong current.

🌡️ Water Parameters

• Temperature: 22–28°C (72–82°F)
• pH: 7.0–8.5 (they prefer slightly alkaline, hard water)
• Hardness: 10–25 dGH
• TDS: 200–400 ppm

🍽️ Diet

• Omnivorous: Feed a balanced diet of high-quality flakes, micro-pellets, and frozen brine shrimp or bloodworms.
• Supplement with vegetable matter (such as spirulina or blanched zucchini) to maintain optimal digestion and health.

🧼 Tank Maintenance

• Perform weekly water changes (10–15%) using dechlorinated, temperature-matched water.
• Ensure your filter media is cleaned monthly in old tank water to keep beneficial bacteria colonies thriving.

🤝 Tank Mates

• Peaceful; best kept with other community fish such as platies, swordtails, tetras, and corydoras.
• Avoid aggressive fin-nippers that may target their beautiful, delicate lyre tails.

🍀 Colour & Health Enhancement

• Lighting: Moderate lighting helps highlight their deep, glossy black colouration against green plants.
• Diet: A mineral-rich, varied diet supports healthy growth and vibrant colour:

• High-quality colour-enhancing flake food
• Occasional live or frozen protein foods for optimal growth
• Calcium-rich supplements to support strong fin development