Shop swordtail fish for sale, including red, pineapple, koi, green, black and lyretail swordtails. Named for the long, sword-like extension on the male’s tail, swordtails are hardy, active livebearers that bring bold color and constant movement to a community tank. Buy swordtails online at Live Fish Store and we ship them overnight to your door.
Why buy swordtails from Live Fish Store
- Healthy, colorful fish: selected for bright color, good shape and eager feeding.
- Overnight shipping: live orders ship via FedEx Priority Overnight or UPS Next Day Air.
- Live arrival guarantee: every swordtail is covered from our door to yours.
- Free shipping on $80+: qualifying aquatic-life orders ship free within the USA.
Choosing the right swordtails for your tank
Swordtails are larger and more energetic than platies, so give them 20 to 30 gallons or more with room to swim lengthwise. They prefer moderately hard, slightly alkaline water at 72 to 79°F and good filtration with some current. Males can be pushy with each other, so keep one male with several females or a large group in a big tank. Swordtails are strong jumpers, so a secure lid is a must.
Swordtails are peaceful community fish that mix well with platies, mollies, larger tetras, rainbowfish, corydoras and plecos. They are omnivores that graze algae and readily accept flake, pellets, spirulina, blanched vegetables and frozen foods. As livebearers they produce fry regularly, and dense plants help the young survive.
Shipping and live arrival guarantee
Swordtails ship overnight via FedEx Priority Overnight or UPS Next Day Air, carefully packed for the trip. If a fish arrives DOA, report it within 2 hours of delivery for store credit or a replacement under our live arrival guarantee. Qualifying aquatic-life orders of $80 or more ship free within the USA.
Frequently asked questions
Are swordtails good for beginners?
Yes. Swordtails are hardy, easy to feed and adaptable, as long as they have a roomy tank and a lid.
Can swordtails breed with platies?
Yes. Swordtails and platies are closely related and will interbreed, so keep them apart if you want to maintain pure strains.
Why does my swordtail keep chasing the others?
Males compete for females and establish a pecking order. More females, more plants and a larger tank reduce the chasing.
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