Author: Valenciennes, 1846
FBname: Molly
Comments: Feeds on worms, crustaceans, insects, plant  matter.  The black variety (Black molly) is a very popular aquarium fish and is marketed throughout the world (Ref. 1739).  In the aquarium it feeds on green algae and also readily accepts dried food (Ref. 1672).  Minimum aquarium size 60 cm (Ref. 51539).