Bloated Platy

[catfish1102]

Hi everyone, I'm interested in your opinions. I have 1 mature female platy and two younger platys - the female's offspring - gender unknown. The mature female is very bloated and spending a lot of time at the bottom of the tank. She looks in good condition. Is she pregnant or could it be something else?

[catfish1102]

..I should add I've only recently got these fish. I took them on when a friend gave up her aquarium. I haven't seen a pregnant platy before hence the questions.

[TankGirl]

Well if she is just round she is likely pregnant. Do her scales look like they are sticking out, in a pinecone fashion? If so, that is bloat and is an illness that needs to be treated. Female livebearers are quite frequently pregnant, so it would not be surprising! I had molly fry the next day after putting them in my tank. 8O

[catfish1102]

Scales not sticking out, she looks healthy. It'd be great if she produced some little ones. Excellent.