There are a number of interesting variations in color and tail shape that determine how a certain platy is named. Selective breeding has created some very unique looking combinations, which I will mention later on in this article. Gold Red Platy Fish: While most platys will get their orange color from carotene (which comes from eating things like brine shrimp and algae) or by having two red parents, the Gold Red Platy has a genetic predisposition to be that color. While the Gold Platy is quite rare in stores, it is one of the easiest variations to breed on your own. They are not developed through selective breeding like other platys, but rather they are born that way (genetic mutation), which is why you will rarely see this type of platy in the store. Neon Blue Wagtail Platy Fish: The Neon Blue Wagtail Platy was developed by breeders selectively pairing Wagtails and Blue Platys and then allowing them to breed. The Neon Fish variety also has a genetic predisposition for its neon blu...
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