whiskers

I have a community tank with 3 guppies and 2 platys. They have all been together for about 2 weeks with no problems but for some suddenly tonight one of the platys is chasing the other and kissing or nipping or something the other one. Its doing it to the other platy's mouth and body, not fins or tail. Are they playing or eating each other? Not sure if they're male or female. The one being "kissed" doesn't seem exceptionally bothered. Thanks!

aquarist48

Hello Whiskers. If you have the means to post some photos of your fish I'm sure some members can sex them for you. It very well could be mating behavior but without photos it's hard to say for certain.
Ken

mr.fishy

I noticed the samething with 1 of my dwarf platys. She is the bigger of the 3 and chases and nips at my other fish. It happens when my tank light comes on which they know means feeding time. I'm guessing it has to do with feeding in my case. She nips at their fins and body but I don't notice any damage at all. I use to be concerned about it but now it's just a normal routine. I guess it's harmless.

Check out my 2nd video (with light on) and you will notice my male guppy being chased by the female platy--->
My 15 Gallon Community Aquarium (2 Videos)