Live Arrival Guarantee
Every order is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee. If any shrimp, fish or invertebrate arrives dead, we'll do our best to reimburse you for the lost animals. Just photograph them and start a claim within 24 hours of delivery.
We guarantee the live arrival of eligible livestock when all shipping and delivery requirements are followed. If an eligible animal arrives deceased, please follow the claim requirements for the applicable product below.
In the rare of case of Dead On Arrival (DOA) please:
To submit a claim within 12 hours of the first delivery attempt or pickup.:
•Take clear photos of the invertebrate(s) and/or fish in the unopened bag.
• Take a clear photo of the invertebrate(s) and/or fish after opening the bag and lay it down on a paper towel so the quantity is clear and visible.
• Submit your claim within 12 hours through our DOA claim process.- https://shrimpybusiness.com/a/returnzap
For approved claims, customers will receive a store credit or a gift card for the cost of the affected invertebrate(s) and/or fish, or a replacement. Replacement shipping costs are the customer's responsibility. In some cases depending on the quantity and value of order we may reship the order.
Note : Customers are responsible for ensuring they have an appropriate aquarium setup and suitable water conditions before ordering an axolotl.
Snails
Snails may remain inactive for several days after arriving due to transportation stress.
Please allow up to 5 days for a snail to become active after arrival.
If a snail has not moved after 5 days or shows clear signs that it has died or start to smell, contact us with photos and your order number. For approved claims, customers will receive a store credit or a gift card for the cost of the affected snails, or a replacement. Replacement shipping costs are the customer's responsibility.
Aquatic Plants
Aquatic plants may experience temporary stress after shipping. Wilting, melting leaves or dry-looking stems do not necessarily mean that a plant has died.
Please allow the plant time to acclimate and recover after arrival for almost 15 days.
If a plant arrives severely damaged or appears to be dead upon arrival, contact us as soon as possible with the clear photos of the plant as received on info@shrimpybusiness.com
Plant claims will be reviewed individually based on the condition of the plant upon arrival.
DOA Claim Requirements
DOA claims must be submitted within the applicable timeframe listed above.
Claims may not be approved if:
• The required photos or documentation are not provided.
• The animal was left outside or unattended for an extended period.
• The package was delivered to an incorrect address provided by the customer.
• The package was forwarded to another address or the package was routed to a P.O box or mail box.
• A package was held at a carrier location and was not promptly picked up.
• The customer did not follow the applicable shipping or delivery requirements.
Carrier delays or forwarding errors will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Incorrect or Missing Items
If an order arrives with a missing or incorrect item, contact us as soon as possible.
Email us on info@shrimpybusiness.com
• Order number.
• Photos of the package and shipping label.
• Photos of the product received.
• A description of the issue.
Our team will review the order and determine the appropriate resolution.
Refunds & Store Credit
Approved store credit refunds are generally limited to the affected product unless otherwise stated in the applicable policy.
For approved DOA claims, customers may receive a store credit or gift card for the cost of the affected eligible livestock.
Original shipping charges are generally non-refundable.
Replacement orders may require a new shipping charge borne by the customer unless stated otherwise
Red Lyretail Swordtail
Red Lyretail Swordtail
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Red Lyretail Swordtail
About This Species
To protect our animals and to ensure they get to our customers healthy, we will only ship orders with Nano Fish via UPS Next Day Air.
The Red Lyretail Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii) is a vibrant freshwater livebearer known for its brilliant red coloration, flowing lyretail fins, and lively personality. These active fish are constantly exploring and bring color and movement to the middle and upper levels of the aquarium.
Swordtails are adaptable and generally easy to care for once introduced to a mature, fully cycled aquarium. They are active swimmers that appreciate stable water conditions, plenty of open space, and a planted environment where they can explore and retreat.
About This Fish
The Red Lyretail Swordtail is a selectively bred variety of the Green Swordtail. Its bold red body and extended lyretail fins create a more dramatic appearance than the standard form.
Swordtails are social, curious fish that remain active throughout the day. Males may display toward females and occasionally compete with other males, particularly when space is limited. The species can reach approximately 5 to 6 inches at full size, including the male’s extended sword.
Aquarium Care
Red Lyretail Swordtails should be introduced to a mature, cycled aquarium with stable water quality. They can acclimate to a reasonably wide range of parameters, but they generally do best in neutral to alkaline water with moderate hardness.
Regular water changes, consistent filtration, and sufficient swimming room are important. A secure aquarium lid is recommended because swordtails are active and may jump when startled.
Tank Setup
Provide a planted aquarium with open areas through the middle and upper portions of the tank. Plants can be placed along the back and sides to create cover without restricting swimming space.
A 30-gallon or larger aquarium is recommended for a small group. Larger tanks are preferable when keeping several males because males may become territorial toward one another.
When keeping males and females together, maintain more females than males to reduce persistent attention toward any one female. A ratio of one male to at least two or three females generally works well.
Diet
Red Lyretail Swordtails are omnivores and should receive a varied diet containing both animal-based and plant-based foods. Wild swordtails consume small crustaceans, insects, worms, and plant matter.
Our Red Lyretail Swordtails are fed a combination of:
• Frozen brine shrimp
• Frozen daphnia
• High-quality flake food
Quality pellets, spirulina-based foods, and occasional frozen or live foods may also be offered to provide variety and balanced nutrition.
Tankmates
Red Lyretail Swordtails are generally peaceful and work well in active freshwater community aquariums.
Suitable tankmates may include:
• Platies and mollies
• Peaceful tetras and rasboras
• Corydoras catfish
• Peaceful loaches
• Other similarly sized community fish
Avoid housing them with highly aggressive fish or persistent fin-nippers that may target their extended lyretail fins.
Male swordtails may spar with one another, particularly in smaller aquariums. Additional swimming space, plants, and visual barriers can help reduce competition.
Breeding Notes
Swordtails are livebearers, meaning females give birth to free-swimming fry rather than laying eggs. They reproduce readily and can quickly increase the population of an aquarium.
Provide dense plants, moss, or other hiding places if you would like some of the fry to survive. Adult fish may eat newborn fry when they are able to catch them.
Females may already be carrying fry when purchased and can potentially produce additional broods after being separated from males.
Recommended Water Parameters
Temperature: 72° to 75° F
pH: 7.2 to 7.5
GH: 7 to 8 dGH
KH: 3 to 4 dKH
TDS: 180 to 250 ppm
Minimum tank size: 30 gallons for a small group
Adult size: Approximately 4 to 6 inches, including extended fins
Origin: Captive-bred variety of a species native to Mexico and Central America
What We Like About This Fish
• Brilliant red coloration
• Elegant, flowing lyretail fins
• Active and entertaining personality
• Beginner-friendly once properly acclimated
• Works well in many community aquariums
• Reproduces readily in suitable conditions
Important Notes
Red Lyretail Swordtails are active fish and should not be kept in cramped aquariums. Provide adequate swimming room and keep the aquarium securely covered.
Males may compete with one another, and females can become stressed when kept with too many males. Maintain an appropriate male-to-female ratio and provide plants or visual barriers throughout the aquarium.
Swordtails reproduce quickly, so keep males and females separately if you do not want fry.