Mixed Guppies

“Guppy fish.” Guppies are small, colorful, and popular freshwater fish commonly kept in aquariums. They are known for their vibrant colors, distinctive patterns, and easy-to-maintain nature, making them a popular choice among both beginner and experienced fish keepers.

I. Size

• Average Adult Size: 2 inches
• Maximum Adult Size: 2 inches
• Swimming Level: all around in the tank

II. You would love the fish because…

Guppies are relatively small fish, but they still require a well-maintained aquarium. A 10-gallon tank is a good starting point for a small group of guppies. Ensure the tank has a filter, heater (if necessary, as guppies prefer tropical temperatures around 75-82°F or 24-28°C), and a light source that mimics natural day-night cycles.

Regularly test the water parameters for ammonia, nitrites, nitrates, and pH levels using a water testing kit. Guppies are sensitive to poor water quality, so it’s essential to keep ammonia and nitrite levels at zero, and nitrate levels below 40 ppm. The ideal pH range is around 7.0 to 7.8.

A good filtration system is crucial to maintain a healthy aquarium environment. It helps remove waste and toxins, ensuring better water quality for your guppies.

Perform regular water changes, about 20-25% of the tank volume, every one to two weeks. This helps dilute any accumulated pollutants and keeps the water fresh.

Guppies are generally peaceful, but avoid keeping them with aggressive or larger fish that might harass or eat them. Good tank mates include other peaceful community fish of similar size and temperament.

Guppies are omnivores, so offer them a balanced diet of high-quality fish flakes, pellets, or granules. Supplement their diet with occasional treats like frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, or bloodworms.

Feed your guppies small amounts two to three times a day. They have small stomachs and can quickly become overfed, which can lead to health issues.

III. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?

• Recommended: 3
• Recommended Male/Female – 1:2
• Overall friendliness: Peaceful
• Friendliness with own kind: Peaceful
• Friendliness with other species: Peaceful

IV. Species compatibility

Guppies are friendly communal fish, however, they are fan-tailed and long-finned, so keep them away from fin-nipping fish like galaxy rasbora or tiger barbs.

V. How to feed this species?

Feed the guppies a pinch of flake food once or twice a day, preferably in the morning and at night, with a twelve-hour gap between. Drop a small pinch of flakes into the water and watch the guppies devour it.

Recommended food:

• Hikari Fancy Powerful Color Enhancing Granule Seafood Diet for Guppies Fish Food
• TAIYO Guppy Bit Guppy Fish Food

Word for the wise

Live Plants

Live, frozen food

Aquarium Starter Kit

Filter

Heater

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