Super Red Koi Red Ear Guppy

Super Red Koi Red Ear GuppyName: Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) Max Size: Up to 2. 5 inches Water Parameters: pH 7. 0 8. 5, temperature 72 82F, hardness 10 25 dGH Diet: Omnivorous enjoys a varied diet including high quality flakes, pellets, live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms, and vegetable matter such as spirulina flakes or blanched peas. Temperament: Peaceful and social. Guppies are best kept in groups and do well in community tanks with other peaceful fish.

Name: Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)

Max Size: Up to 2.5 inches

Water Parameters: pH 7.0-8.5, temperature 72-82°F, hardness 10-25 dGH

Diet: Omnivorous - enjoys a varied diet including high-quality flakes, pellets, live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms, and vegetable matter such as spirulina flakes or blanched peas.

Temperament: Peaceful and social. Guppies are best kept in groups and do well in community tanks with other peaceful fish.

Tank Setup: Provide a well-planted tank with plenty of hiding spots and open swimming areas. Guppies thrive in smaller community tanks but benefit from ample filtration and regular water changes to maintain water quality.

Compatibility: Guppies are peaceful and can be kept with other small, non-aggressive species like tetras, mollies, and corydoras. Avoid housing with fin-nippers like tiger barbs, as guppies' flowing fins can be a target.

Behavior: Active and social, guppies are constantly on the move and exhibit colorful displays, especially the males, which are known for their vibrant colors and flowing tails. They are livebearers, meaning females give birth to free-swimming young.

Fun Fact: Guppies are one of the most popular and widely bred fish in the aquarium hobby due to their bright coloration, hardy nature, and ease of breeding. There are hundreds of varieties with different patterns, colors, and fin shapes, making them a favorite among both beginner and experienced aquarists.