Description
Guppy – Balloon Red Tuxedo Ribbon Guppy (Pair)
The Balloon Red Tuxedo Ribbon Guppy is a stunning ornamental freshwater fish, admired for its vibrant red colouration, distinctive tuxedo-style body markings, compact balloon-shaped body and elegant ribbon-like fins. This selectively bred guppy combines striking colour with graceful swimming movements, making it a beautiful addition to freshwater community aquariums. Sold in pairs, these eye-catching livebearers are ideal for aquarists looking to add something unique and colourful to their aquarium.
Features of Balloon Red Tuxedo Ribbon Guppy
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Scientific name: Poecilia reticulata (selectively bred variety)
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Common name: Balloon Red Tuxedo Ribbon Guppy
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Origin: Selectively bred ornamental variety
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Adult size: Approximately 3–5 cm
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Temperament: Peaceful and active
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Lifespan: Approximately 2–3 years
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Diet: Omnivorous
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Water temperature: 22–28°C
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pH: 6.8–7.8
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Social behaviour: Social livebearers, sold in pairs
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Breeding: Livebearing species
The best aquarium size for Balloon Red Tuxedo Ribbon Guppy
A minimum aquarium size of 40 litres is recommended for a pair, with larger aquariums preferred for community setups. These active fish appreciate stable water conditions, gentle filtration and plenty of open swimming space. Balloon varieties have a compact body shape, so maintaining excellent water quality is particularly important.
Tank Mate Compatibility for Balloon Red Tuxedo Ribbon Guppy
These peaceful guppies are suitable for community aquariums with similarly sized, non-aggressive fish. Suitable tank mates include:
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Neon Tetra
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Harlequin Rasbora
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Corydoras Catfish
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Bristlenose Catfish
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Cherry Shrimp
Avoid aggressive fin-nipping species and larger predatory fish. Ribbon-finned males may require particular care when selecting tank mates.
Diet for Balloon Red Tuxedo Ribbon Guppy
Balloon Red Tuxedo Guppies are omnivores that thrive on a varied diet. Feed quality tropical flakes and micro-pellets supplemented with baby brine shrimp, daphnia and finely chopped frozen foods. Occasional spirulina-based foods provide additional nutritional variety and help maintain vibrant colouration.
Aquarium Setup Balloon Red Tuxedo Ribbon Guppy
Aquarium Filtration
Provide efficient biological filtration with gentle water flow. Sponge filters are particularly suitable for smaller aquariums and breeding setups.
Aquarium Plants
Live plants such as Java Moss, Anubias and Java Fern provide shelter and additional security.
Aquarium Lighting
Moderate LED lighting helps highlight their vibrant red colouration and distinctive tuxedo markings.
Aquarium Heating
Maintain a stable temperature between 22–28°C.
Aquarium Substrate
Fine gravel or sand is suitable, with darker substrates helping their red colouration stand out.
Aquarium Decorations
Incorporate aquatic plants, driftwood and smooth decorations while maintaining plenty of open swimming space. Floating plants are also beneficial, particularly in breeding aquariums.
