Description
The Guppy is a very popular aquarium fish. Guppies are freshwater fish, native to the coastal streams of northeast South America. Breeds very easily, best kept with similar sized fish in a planted community tank. Do not keep with fin-nippers such as Tiger Barbs. Suitable for nano tanks. Guppies require clean, oxygen-rich water. Making sure filters are cleaned regularly to ensure sure all biological filters are working properly, ensuring no ammonia or nitrite is present to help with the overall health of the fish.
Features of Leopardtail Guppies:
- Available in a wide variety of colors with a leopard type pattern on the tail
- Active in top layer of tank
- Brighter than females
- Suited for beginners
- They are very peaceful fish, suit for beginner
The Best Aquarium Size for Guppies:
Being small fish, guppies don’t need enormous amounts of room. Three Guppies should be housed in an aquarium of at least 20 litres. If you are planing to add plants and 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.
Guppy Compatible:
Guppies are peaceful fish and they can stay with other similar size peaceful fish. Some fish like fin nippers, bettas, large and aggressive species should be avoided. Tank mates include:
Guppy Food:
The Fancy Guppy eat a wide range of foods. You can give them vegie flakes, spirulina tabs, frozen food and live food.
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Guppy Tank Set:
Heater :
The temperature of your guppy’s tank should match that of its native, natural habitat: South American and Amazonian waters. Ideal water temperatures sit between at a stable number between 22⁰C – 28⁰C.
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Plants for Guppies:
It’s suitable to use many different kinds of plants for guppies and decorations.
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Decorations for Guppies:
Artificial plants can work well. Additionally, you can also choose to use Aquarium Ornaments such as: Kazoo handmade fish decoration, tube and artificial caves.
Substrate :
Gravel, Rocks, Pebbles
