Livebearer

Guppy

The Guppy is a popular, colourful livebearer that breeds readily. They are hardy, peaceful, and ideal for beginners. Their endless colour variations make them a favourite in community tanks....

Height (male)

2–4 cm

Weight (male)

0.0005 kg

Lifespan

1–3 years

Grooming

Low — regular water changes and filter maintenance

Exercise

Requires minimum 40 litres

Origin

South America (Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela)

Coat Type

Endless colour variations — tail types include fantail, delta, veil

Size

Small

Temperament

Peaceful, active, social, hardy, prolific breeder

Good with children Good with dogs

Exercise & Care

Exercise: Requires minimum 40 litres. They need plants for fry to hide and open swimming space.

Grooming: Low — regular water changes and filter maintenance. They are tolerant of various conditions.

Coat: Endless colour variations — tail types include fantail, delta, veil

Health & Considerations

Known health issues

Ich, fin rot, dropsy, poor water quality, overcrowding stress

Origin

South America (Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela)

Size category

Small

About the Guppy

The Guppy is a popular, colourful livebearer that breeds readily. They are hardy, peaceful, and ideal for beginners. Their endless colour variations make them a favourite in community tanks.

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