Description
The Red Tuxedo Koi Guppy is a vibrant and eye-catching guppy variety, prized for its bold red coloration combined with a distinctive tuxedo pattern along the rear half of the body. Its koi-like markings and flowing fins create a striking contrast that makes this guppy a true focal point in any aquarium. Along with its peaceful and active temperament, this variety is a favorite among both beginner and experienced fishkeepers.
Like other guppies, Red Tuxedo Koi Guppies are easy to breed and do well in well-planted community tanks with other small, peaceful species. They should not be kept with fin-nipping fish such as Tiger Barbs. Hardy and highly adaptable, they are well suited for nano aquariums and are often recommended for beginners due to their simple care requirements and ability to tolerate a range of water conditions.
Features of Red Tuxedo Koi Guppy
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Distinctive “tuxedo” pattern
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Males display more intense coloration and longer, flowing fins
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Females are slightly larger with a rounder body shape
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Reaches full adult size within about six months
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Originates from South America
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Maximum size: 4–6 cm
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Care level: Easy
The Best Aquarium Size for Guppies:
Being small fish, guppies don’t need enormous amounts of room.Each 3cm guppy should have at least 4L of water. 20L Aquarium = 3 guppies If you are planing to add live plants or fake plants, decorations in your aquarium, you need to think about a bigger tank for your fishes.
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The Best Mix of Guppy Males and Females:
- Guppies should be kept in trios : 2-3 females to each male.
- You can also setup a males-only or females-only guppy tank.
Feeding :
Guppies accept a high variety of food. However, they should be given a diet with high vegetable content, so good mixture of foods is ideal. You can give them vegie flakes, spirulina tabs, frozen food and live food. Check out our Top Rated Natural Fish Foods.
Guppy Male Assorted Tank Guide:
Heater :
The temperature of your guppy’s tank should match that of its native, natural habitat. Ideal water temperatures sit between at a stable number between 22⁰C – 26⁰C.
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Light :
You can choose to use lighting in your aquarium if that’s what you prefer. Easily replicate natural conditions with artificial lighting (12 hours of light every 24 hours.)
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Substrate :
Plants for Guppies:
It’s suitable to use many different kinds of plants for guppies and decorations.
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Java moss: a low-light plant that doesn’t require too much care, java moss grows easily and constantly once it attaches itself to the substrate;
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Amazon sword plant: its wide and long leaves are great if you want to hide aquarium equipment, plus it offers cover for fry or expectant guppies;
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Rotala Rotundifolia: If you want something more special, this plant has interesting leaves that can become reddish if the plant receives enough light; a compact and bushy plant that’s relatively undemanding;
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Cryptocoryne Wendtii: a slow-growing plant that doesn’t require much in the way of maintenance.
Decorations for Guppies:
