{"id":8482,"date":"2026-02-17T07:07:29","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T07:07:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/leopard-molly-poecilia-sphenops-3cm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T07:07:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T07:07:34","slug":"leopard-molly-poecilia-sphenops-3cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=leopard-molly-poecilia-sphenops-3cm","title":{"rendered":"Leopard Molly Poecilia Sphenops 3cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Leopard Molly Poecilia Sphenops 3cm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview:<\/strong> The Leopard Molly, scientifically known as Poecilia Sphenops, is a captivating freshwater fish renowned for its striking appearance. Characterized by its dappled leopard-like spots and sleek, elongated body, this species adds an exotic touch to any aquarium.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Native to Central America, particularly Mexico and parts of Guatemala, these Mollies thrive in freshwater environments with moderate temperatures.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Feeding:<\/strong> Leopard Mollies are omnivorous, relishing a diet comprising high-quality flake or pellet food, supplemented with occasional treats like bloodworms, brine shrimp, or blanched vegetables.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Mates:<\/strong> Known for their peaceful demeanor, Leopard Mollies cohabit well with other peaceful fish species like tetras, guppies, and peaceful bottom-dwellers such as Corydoras catfish. However, avoid housing them with aggressive or fin-nipping species.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aggression:<\/strong> Generally peaceful, though males might occasionally display territorial behavior. Providing adequate hiding spots and space can mitigate any potential aggression.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> Suitable for aquarists of varying experience levels, the Leopard Molly is relatively hardy and adaptable, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and seasoned hobbyists.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Water Parameters:<\/strong> Leopard Mollies prefer a moderately alkaline pH ranging from 7.0 to 8.0 and a water temperature between 72\u00b0F to 78\u00b0F (22\u00b0C to 26\u00b0C). They also appreciate well-filtered water with occasional water changes to maintain optimal conditions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Leopard Molly Poecilia Sphenops 3cm Overview: The Leopard Molly, scientifically known as Poecilia Sphenops, is a captivating freshwater fish renowned for its striking appearance. Characterized by its dappled leopard-like spots and sleek, elongated body, this species adds an exotic touch to any aquarium. Origin: Native to Central America, particularly Mexico and parts of Guatemala, these [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":8481,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[91],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-8482","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-molly","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple"},"group_of_quantity":0,"min_quantity":0,"max_quantity":"","exclude_order_quantity_value_rules":"no","exclude_category_quantity_rules":"no","combine_variations":"no","exclude_global_add_ons":[],"addons":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/8482","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/8481"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=8482"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=8482"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=8482"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=8482"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}