Guppy
Poecilia reticulata
Intermediate
Freshwater
Peaceful and very active. Ideal for community tanks with similarly sized fish. Keep in harems (one male to several females) to avoid stress.
Poeciliidae
Max Size
7.0 cm (2.8")
Min Tank
80 L (21 gal)
Min Group
3+
Diet
Omnivore - balanced diet
Water Parameters
Temperature
18.0-28.0°C
64-82°F
pH
7.0-8.0
Hardness (dGH)
5.0-15.0
Min Tank Size
80 L
21 gal
About
Widely distributed worldwide for mosquito control and the aquarium trade.
Behavior & Temperament
Peaceful and very active. Ideal for community tanks with similarly sized fish. Keep in harems (one male to several females) to avoid stress.
Feeding
Omnivore - balanced diet
Breeding
Viviparous (gives birth to fully formed fry). Reproduction extremely easy in captivity. The female can store sperm and have multiple gestations after a single mating.
Care Notes
Sensitive to ammonia. Needs hiding spots
Compatibility
Good for community tanks
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Poecilia reticulata |
|---|---|
| Family | Poeciliidae |
| Category | Fish |
| Care Level | Intermediate |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 7.0 cm (2.8") |
| Min Tank | 80 L (21 gal) |
| Min Group | 3+ |
| Diet | Omnivore - balanced diet |
| Temperament | Peaceful and very active. Ideal for community tanks with similarly sized fish. Keep in harems (one male to several females) to avoid stress. |
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