German Guppy Care

The Guppy is perhaps the most popular freshwater tropical fish species. A great tropical fish for freshwater aquarium fish beginners, the Guppy is a very hardy tropical fish that is also a very prolific breeder. The male guppy is easy to distinguish from the female guppy because the male is usually more colorful with extremely colorful and large caudal fins (tails). The female is usually larger, thicker bodied, with less color and a smaller cuadal fin (tail).

Scientific Name : Poecilia reticulata

Common Names : Guppy, Fancy Tail Guppy, Millions Fish, Rainbow Fish

    

Guppy Care Level : Easy, good for freshwater beginners when you have only one sex. This fish will breed easily in your tank if you plan on keeping males and females in the same tank.

Size : 2 inches (5 cm)

pH : 7 – 8

Temperature : 66°F – 84°F (19°C – 29°C)

Water Hardness : 10° to 20° dH,

Guppy Lifespan : 3 – 5 years

Origin / Habitat : Central America

Guppy Temperament / Behavior : This is a peaceful and hardy fish that is good for beginners.


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