Medusa guppy is a variety of fancy guppy, also known as the “Cobra guppy.”
These fish are named after the mythical creature Medusa, because of their unique and striking appearance.
Medusa guppies have a long and flowing tail fin, resembling the writhing snakes on Medusa’s head.
I. Size
- Average Adult Size: 1.5-2 inches (4-6 cm)
- Maximum Adult Size: 2.5 inches (6.3 cm)
- Swimming Level: All areas in the tank
II. You would love the fish because…
The body of the Medusa guppy is usually a solid color, often a deep black or dark blue, with the fins having a bright, contrasting color.
The males have longer and more colorful fins than females, making them a popular choice for aquarium hobbyists.
Medusa guppies are relatively easy to care for and can adapt to a wide range of water conditions.
They are peaceful fish and can be kept with other non-aggressive species in a community tank.
Medusa guppies are also known for their prolific breeding, making them a popular choice for breeding enthusiasts.
Overall, Medusa guppies are a beautiful and unique addition to any aquarium.
III. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?
- Recommended: a group
- Recommended Male/Female – 1:1
- Overall hostility: Peaceful
- Hostility towards own species: Peaceful
- Hostility towards other Species: Peaceful
IV. Species compatibility
- Cory Catfish
- small peaceful Tetras (like Neon Tetras),
- White Clouds
- Honey Gourami
- GlassFish
- Ghost & Cherry Shrimp
- Dwarf Corydoras
- small Rainbowfish
- Otocinclus Catfish
- Zebra Danios
- Bolivian Ram Cichlids
- African Dwarf Frogs
V. How to feed this species?
They can feed in the wild on small insects, algae, and plant detritus. In the home aquarium, this diet should be replicated as nearly as possible. This can be performed by feeding high-quality flake food as well as live or frozen items.
Recommended food
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Hikari Fancy Powerful Color Enhancing Granule Seafood Diet for Guppies Fish Food
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Tunai Guppy Fish Food
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