Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)

Scientific Name(s): Poecilia reticulata

 

Common Name(s): Guppy, Fancy Guppy

 

Family: Poeciliidae

 

Species Type: Livebearers

 

Maximum Size: 2.5 inches

 

Life Span: 3 years

 

Natural Habitat: Central American swamps and lakes

 

Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

 

Tank Region: All over but prefers top.

 

Possible Tank Mates: Other community fish

 

Description: Guppies are one of the most common tropical fishes in the hobby because of their striking color variations and peaceful nature. Guppies are easily bred and vary widely in appearance. Because of this, many aquarists have devoted their time to breeding differing strains of guppies.

 

Temperature Range 64°F - 82°F

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pH Range 7 - 8

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Hardness 10° - 20°

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Breeding Information: Prolific livebearers - mothers should be seperated into a fry tank with a lot of cover once the belly gets square and the eggspot gets dark as she and other guppies will eat fry.

 

Sexing Information: Sex can be easily determined by the male's modified anal fin (gonopodium).The male is more colourful than the female and has a longer and ornate tail fin. Females grow larger and have a more rounded body

 

Diet: Omnivorous fish that does well with flake food.

 

Temperment: Peaceful

 

Common Diseases: Fin Rot

 

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Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)