{"product_id":"guppy-half-black-red-rose-tail-guppy-female","title":"Guppy - Half Black Red Rose Tail Guppy - Female","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"459\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eGuppy Half Black Red Rose Tail Female is a refined and hardy freshwater livebearer, appreciated for its balanced colouration and calm temperament. This variety features a darker half-black body transitioning into soft red tones in the tail, offering a more understated but elegant appearance compared to males. Females play an essential role in breeding groups and contribute to a stable, active community aquarium with their larger size and resilient nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"459\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Male \u0026amp; female pictured*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"514\" data-start=\"461\" data-section-id=\"tm8rl5\"\u003eFeatures of Guppy Half Black Red Rose Tail Female\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"721\" data-start=\"515\"\u003e• Half-black body with subtle red tail colouration\u003cbr data-end=\"568\" data-start=\"565\"\u003e• Larger and more robust than males\u003cbr data-end=\"606\" data-start=\"603\"\u003e• Grows to approximately 4–6 cm\u003cbr data-end=\"640\" data-start=\"637\"\u003e• Peaceful and highly social species\u003cbr data-end=\"679\" data-start=\"676\"\u003e• Lifespan of 2–3 years with proper care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"791\" data-start=\"723\" data-section-id=\"1jgx7jb\"\u003eThe best aquarium size for Guppy Half Black Red Rose Tail Female\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1069\" data-start=\"792\"\u003eA minimum aquarium size of 40 litres is suitable for a small group, though 60 litres or more is recommended for improved water stability and social interaction. Keeping females in groups helps reduce stress and promotes natural behaviour, especially in mixed guppy communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1140\" data-start=\"1071\" data-section-id=\"f2e27z\"\u003eTank Mate Compatibility for Guppy Half Black Red Rose Tail Female\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1219\" data-start=\"1141\"\u003e• Neon Tetra\u003cbr data-end=\"1156\" data-start=\"1153\"\u003e• Corydoras Catfish\u003cbr data-end=\"1178\" data-start=\"1175\"\u003e• Platy\u003cbr data-end=\"1188\" data-start=\"1185\"\u003e• Molly\u003cbr data-end=\"1198\" data-start=\"1195\"\u003e• Harlequin Rasbora\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1271\" data-start=\"1221\" data-section-id=\"baw5cw\"\u003eDiet for Guppy Half Black Red Rose Tail Female\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1272\"\u003eGuppy Half Black Red Rose Tail Female is an omnivore requiring a varied diet for optimal health. Provide high-quality flake or micro pellet foods as a staple, supplemented with live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and micro worms. Include plant-based foods like spirulina flakes to support digestion. Feed 1–2 times daily in small, controlled portions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1697\" data-start=\"1641\" data-section-id=\"1b7qvl3\"\u003eAquarium Setup Guppy Half Black Red Rose Tail Female\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"1723\" data-start=\"1699\"\u003eAquarium Filtration\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1724\"\u003eGentle filtration is recommended, such as a sponge filter or low-flow internal filter, to maintain water quality without creating strong currents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"1892\" data-start=\"1872\"\u003eAquarium Plants\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2032\" data-start=\"1893\"\u003eLive plants are highly beneficial. Dense planting with species like Java moss, Guppy grass, and water sprite provides shelter and security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2056\" data-start=\"2034\"\u003eAquarium Lighting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2130\" data-start=\"2057\"\u003eModerate lighting enhances natural colouration and supports plant growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2153\" data-start=\"2132\"\u003eAquarium Heating\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2233\" data-start=\"2154\"\u003eMaintain a stable temperature between 22–26°C using a reliable aquarium heater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2258\" data-start=\"2235\"\u003eAquarium Substrate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2353\" data-start=\"2259\"\u003eFine gravel or sand substrate is ideal, offering a natural appearance and ease of maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2380\" data-start=\"2355\"\u003eAquarium Decorations\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2501\" data-start=\"2381\"\u003eIncorporate plants and minimal hardscape such as driftwood to create hiding spaces while preserving open swimming areas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"2-4cm","offer_id":49119288328500,"sku":"L448","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/files\/CoburgAquarium1400x1000Guppybluetailfemale_2.jpg?v=1777717235","url":"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/guppy-half-black-red-rose-tail-guppy-female","provider":"Coburg Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}