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Guppy

(Poecilia reticulata) A Kaleidoscope of Color โ€“ Perfect for Beginners & Breeders Alike!ย ๐ŸŒˆ

Overview

Guppies are the ultimate freshwater staple, adored for their dazzling colors, lively personalities, and ease of care. Whether youโ€™re a first-time aquarist or a seasoned breeder, these tiny jewels bring endless joy and dynamic energy to any tank.

Key Features

  • Coloration: Thousands of variations โ€“ metallic blues, fiery reds, mosaic tails, and more!
  • Size: 1โ€“2 inches (2.5โ€“5 cm); ideal for nano or community tanks.
  • Temperament: Peaceful, social, and endlessly active.
  • Lifespan: 2โ€“3 years (longer with pristine care).
  • Unique Trait: Livebearers โ€“ females give birth to free-swimming fry!

Care Guide

Tank Requirements

  • Tank Size: 10+ gallons (38 L) for a trio; 20+ gallons for breeding colonies.
  • Water Parameters:
    • Temperature: 72โ€“82ยฐF (22โ€“28ยฐC)
    • pH: 7.0โ€“8.0 (slightly alkaline preferred).
    • Hardness: Moderate to hard (8โ€“12 dGH).
  • Filtration: Gentle flow โ€“ย Sponge Filterย (e.g.,ย Hikari Bacto-Surge) to protect fry.
  • Habitat: Planted tanks withย Java Moss,ย Hornwort, orย Guppy Grassย for fry cover.

Diet

  • Staple:ย Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Formulaย (protein-rich for color enhancement).
  • Treats:ย Hikari Fancy Guppy Pellets,ย Baby Brine Shrimpย (live/frozen).
  • Feeding: Small portions 2โ€“3x daily; avoid overfeeding.

Compatibility

  • Ideal Tank Mates: Neon Tetras, Cherry Shrimp, Endlers, Snails.
  • Avoid: Aggressive fin-nippers (e.g., Tiger Barbs, Bettas).

โœˆ Live Fish & Aquatic Life

  • No Returns: For the safety of our livestock, we cannot accept returns.
  • DOA Only: Follow the protocol above for store credit/replacement.

โœˆ Non-Live Products

  • 30-Day Exchange: Unopened, unused items can be exchanged for store credit.

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