Kohaku Swordtails

Kohaku Swordtails are beautiful, vibrant fish with red-orange bodies and white markings. Known for their peaceful and lively behaviour, they make excellent additions to community tanks. Growing up to 12 cm, they are easy to care for and thrive in water with a pH of 7.0-8.3 and temperatures of 20-28°C.

Kohaku Swordtails are a striking variant of the popular swordtail species, renowned for their bright red-orange bodies with contrasting white markings reminiscent of the Kohaku koi fish. This vibrant coloration adds a captivating splash of colour to any freshwater aquarium. Kohaku Swordtails are lively and hardy fish, making them excellent for both novice and experienced aquarists. Their elongated "sword" tails, present in males, give them an elegant and distinctive appearance as they dart around the tank.

These active swimmers are known for their social behaviour, doing best in community tanks with other peaceful fish species. They can tolerate a range of water conditions, but thrive in a well-maintained tank with consistent water quality and adequate swimming space. Kohaku Swordtails are livebearers, making them an interesting choice for aquarists interested in breeding, as they often produce numerous offspring.

Maximum adult size: 12 cm
Temperament: Peaceful
Difficulty of care: Easy
Preferred Temperature: 20-28°C
Preferred pH of water: 7.0-8.3
Type of breeding: Livebearer