Description
Guppy – Yellow Lace Double Sword
The Yellow Lace Double Sword Guppy is a stunning ornamental freshwater fish, admired for its bright yellow colouration, intricate lace-like patterns and distinctive double sword-shaped tail. This selectively bred guppy combines delicate fin detailing with elegant swimming movements, making it a beautiful addition to freshwater community aquariums. Popular among guppy enthusiasts and collectors, this eye-catching variety brings vibrant colour and unique finnage to any tropical aquarium.
Features of Yellow Lace Double Sword Guppy
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Scientific name: Poecilia reticulata (selectively bred variety)
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Common name: Yellow Lace Double Sword 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
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Breeding: Livebearing species
The best aquarium size for Yellow Lace Double Sword Guppy
A minimum aquarium size of 40 litres is recommended for a small group, with larger aquariums preferred for community setups. These active swimmers appreciate stable water conditions, gentle filtration and plenty of open swimming space. Live plants provide additional shelter and create a comfortable environment.
Tank Mate Compatibility for Yellow Lace Double Sword 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 that may damage their distinctive tails.
Diet for Yellow Lace Double Sword Guppy
Yellow Lace Double Sword 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 Yellow Lace Double Sword 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 bright yellow colouration and intricate lace-like patterns.
Aquarium Heating
Maintain a stable temperature between 22–28°C.
Aquarium Substrate
Fine gravel or sand is suitable, with darker substrates helping their yellow colouration and delicate patterns 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.
