The wagtail platy is a pleasant and peaceful freshwater fish that's both hardy and active. It's also small, pretty, and a great fish for hobbyists of any level; in fact, it's one of the most popular in the fishkeeping industry. You can find platies in several different colours which make for an eye-catching tank. Wagtail pattern (black tail and fins)
| Scientific Name | Common Name | Size | Temperament |
| Xiphophorus maculatus | Southern Platy | 40-70mm | Peaceful |
| Water Temperature | Water pH | Tank Size | Diet |
| 22-28°C | 7.0-8.0 | 80 liters > | Omnivore |
| Lifespan | Care | Difficulty Breeding | Min Population |
| 5 Years | Easy | Easy | 1/4 (M/F) |
| Robustness | Way of Living | Sociability | Availability |
| Hardy | Diurnal | Small groups | Always |