{"product_id":"assorted-balloon-molly","title":"Assorted Balloon Molly","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssorted Balloon Molly\u003c\/strong\u003e are colourful, short‑bodied livebearers with the classic “balloon” body shape, perfect for peaceful community aquariums. These \u003cstrong\u003eballoon molly fish\u003c\/strong\u003e come in a mix of colours and patterns, making them a lively and eye‑catching addition to planted and tropical tanks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssorted Balloon Molly\u003c\/strong\u003e are a mixed group of \u003cstrong\u003eballoon molly fish\u003c\/strong\u003e offered in a variety of colours and patterns. Balloon mollies are a selectively bred form of the common molly (often \u003cstrong\u003ePoecilia latipinna\u003c\/strong\u003e or related species) with a distinctive rounded, “balloon‑shaped” body and an upright swimming style that makes them stand out in the aquarium.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003eThese \u003cstrong\u003eassorted balloon mollies\u003c\/strong\u003e are hardy, active and generally peaceful, making them a great choice for community tanks with other compatible tropical fish. Their constant movement and bright colours add life and interest to the mid and upper levels of the aquarium.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003eBecause they are livebearers, \u003cstrong\u003eAssorted Balloon Molly\u003c\/strong\u003e will often breed in the home aquarium, producing small fry that can be raised separately if you want to grow the group.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features of Assorted Balloon Molly\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixed colours and patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA selection of \u003cstrong\u003eassorted balloon mollies\u003c\/strong\u003e in different colours and markings, so every group is unique.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive balloon body shape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe classic rounded body and upright swimming style that makes \u003cstrong\u003eballoon molly fish\u003c\/strong\u003e instantly recognisable.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat for community tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGenerally peaceful and well suited to other similar‑sized community fish.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLivebearer species\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLike other mollies, \u003cstrong\u003eAssorted Balloon Molly\u003c\/strong\u003e are livebearers and may produce fry in the aquarium.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBasic Care for Balloon Molly Fish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA minimum of \u003cstrong\u003e60–75L\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for a small group of \u003cstrong\u003eAssorted Balloon Molly\u003c\/strong\u003e, with more space preferred for larger groups.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater parameters (general guide):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: around \u003cstrong\u003e24–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: roughly \u003cstrong\u003e7.0–8.2\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer harder, more alkaline water; a small amount of mineral hardness is beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalloon molly fish\u003c\/strong\u003e are omnivores. Offer a varied diet of quality flakes or pellets, plus vegetable‑based foods (spirulina, blanched greens) and occasional frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp or daphnia to support colour and condition.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGenerally peaceful, but active. Best kept with other community fish that enjoy similar water conditions and are not overly aggressive or fin‑nipping.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNotes on Buying Assorted Balloon Molly\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003eBecause these are \u003cstrong\u003eAssorted Balloon Molly\u003c\/strong\u003e, individual colours and patterns will vary from fish to fish. 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