{"product_id":"golden-sailfin-molly","title":"Golden Sailfin Molly","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.4em; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: 0.08em; color: #0a2a3a; border-bottom: 2px solid #3a7ca5; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 18px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eGolden Sailfin Molly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 16px; color: #2c2c2c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolden Sailfin Molly\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003ePoecilia latipinna\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most dramatic and eye-catching livebearers available in the aquarium hobby. The \"Sailfin\" designation refers to the spectacular dorsal fin of mature males — a tall, flowing, flag-like structure that can be as tall as the fish's body itself, creating a magnificent silhouette as the male displays to females and rival males. The Golden color form replaces the typical dark-spotted silver of the wild species with a warm, metallic golden-yellow that shimmers brilliantly under aquarium lighting. These are collected at 5.5 cm — fully mature specimens with developed finnage — from Singapore, where decades of aquaculture have produced exceptionally robust and colorful strains.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 16px; background-color: #e0f0f8; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8; padding: 14px 18px; color: #0a2a3a;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Care Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHikari Micro Pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e make an excellent daily staple, supplemented with \u003cstrong\u003eHikari Algae Wafers\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sailfin Mollies are enthusiastic grazers that will consume algae growing on tank surfaces. Supplement with \u003cstrong\u003eHikari Frozen Bloodworms\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eHikari Frozen Brine Shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 times per week to bring out peak color and condition in males. Vegetable-based foods like blanched zucchini are also relished.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 16px; color: #2c2c2c;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePoecilia latipinna\u003c\/em\u003e naturally inhabits coastal marshes, brackish estuaries, and tidal rivers from the Carolinas to the Yucatán Peninsula — a species evolved for a wide range of salinity conditions. In the aquarium, Golden Sailfin Mollies are exceptionally adaptable and thrive across a broad range of water conditions, from pure freshwater to full marine salinity. They are particularly striking in slightly brackish setups (1 teaspoon of marine salt per 5 gallons) where the salt supports their immune system, enhances coloration, and reduces susceptibility to common livebearer ailments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 16px; color: #2c2c2c;\"\u003eMales are spectacular display fish that spend much of their time performing elaborate courtship displays — raising the tall dorsal fin to full height, arching the body, and circling females with impressive athleticism. A ratio of at least two females per male is recommended to prevent any single female from being excessively pursued. Females give birth to live fry every 4–6 weeks. Completely peaceful with all community fish. Outstanding tankmates include other livebearers, tetras, corydoras, and gobies. These are sold as pairs to ensure you receive a compatible male and female.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #0a2a3a; border-top: 1px solid #b0d0e8; padding-top: 18px; margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Ideal Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.92em;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eEasy — Excellent for Beginners\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003ePeaceful — Active Community Livebearer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eTypical Adult Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003e4–5 inches (10–12 cm) males; females slightly smaller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eSold As\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003ePairs (1 male + 1 female), Males, or Females\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eIdeal Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003e72–82°F (22–28°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eIdeal pH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003e7.0–8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eIdeal GH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003e10–30 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eOptional but beneficial — 1 tsp marine salt per 5 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eStaple Food\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eHikari Micro Pellets; Hikari Algae Wafers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eTreat \/ Supplement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eHikari Frozen Bloodworms; Hikari Frozen Brine Shrimp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e0f0f8; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eCoastal marshes and estuaries — Carolina to Yucatán; aquacultured in Singapore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #0a2a3a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #b0d0e8;\"\u003eMale dorsal fin can be as tall as body height — spectacular display. Livebearer — reproduces readily. Adapts to freshwater through low-end marine. Salt improves health and coloration. 2+ females per male recommended.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Cuboid Nature Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"Pair","offer_id":53092796563767,"sku":"Poecilia latipinna","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Male","offer_id":53092796596535,"sku":"Poecilia latipinna","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Female","offer_id":53092796629303,"sku":"Poecilia latipinna","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/cuboidstore.com\/products\/golden-sailfin-molly","provider":"Cuboid Aquatics LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}