Albino Red Vienna High Fin Cauliflower Swordtail

Quantity of 2 fish per order. 1 (one) male and 1 (one) female. 

Bring a splash of fiery elegance to your aquarium with the Albino Red Vienna High Fin Cauliflower Swordtail — a fish so fabulous, it sounds like a royal heir with a gym membership. With its vibrant red coloration, graceful high dorsal fin, cauliflower-textured tail, and signature sword-like extension, this freshwater stunner is both an aesthetic showpiece and a peaceful tankmate.

Specie Highlights

• Striking Appearance: Bright albino red body with flowing high fin and textured caudal edge.

• Size: Grows up to 4–5 inches (10–12.5 cm).

• Temperament: Peaceful, sociable, and low-drama — your tank’s top diplomat.

• Lifespan: 3–5 years with proper care.

• Origin: Captive-bred variant of the Xiphophorus hellerii species.

Key Features

• Albino Gene Expression: Pale pink body with ruby red eyes — a true underwater unicorn.

• High Fin Gene: Flowing dorsal fin adds flair without slowing it down.

• Cauliflower Tail Trait: Frilly tail edges offer texture and extra flash.

• Swordtail Extension (Males Only): A literal sword of charm and courtship.

Ideal Environment

• Tank Size: 20 gallons or larger (the more space, the happier the fin).

• Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)

  • pH: 7.0–8.3

  • Hardness: Moderately hard

• Aquascape: Planted tanks with open swimming areas and moderate flow.

• Lighting: Moderate to bright for optimal coloration.

Compatibility

• Great With:

  • Livebearers (e.g., Platies, Mollies, Guppies)

  • Peaceful tetras

  • Corydoras

  • Snails & shrimp (larger ones—no micro snacks)

• Avoid:

  • Aggressive fish (e.g., Cichlids, Barbs)

  • Fin-nippers (they will go for that beautiful dorsal)

  • Overly delicate shrimp species

Care Tips

• Diet: Omnivorous — flake food, high-quality pellets, and occasional frozen/brine treats.

• Maintenance: Weekly water changes (25–30%) and a good filter will keep them vibrant and healthy.

• Behavior: Active swimmers, occasionally flirtatious, always stylish.

Fun Facts

• The "cauliflower" in their name refers to the curly tail texture — no veggies required.

• Males flaunt their swordtails to impress females, like nature’s built-in pickup line.

• They're livebearers, meaning they give birth to free-swimming fry — and lots of them!

Add the Albino Red Vienna High Fin Cauliflower Swordtail to your tank and turn your aquarium into a red-carpet event — daily.

Livestock (plants and fish) are available for local pickup only. To place an order, please email us at: sales@khoiskoi.com