Black Moscow Guppy Care Guide
Poecilia reticulata
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Bioload Score
1200
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 6 cm / 2.4"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7 – 8.2
- Min Tank Size
- 40L (11 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Mid-Top
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
An omnivorous livebearer that eats small prepared foods, algae and tiny aquatic invertebrates.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, bristlenose plecos and other similarly peaceful livebearers.
Good to Know
The Black Moscow Guppy is a selectively bred colour strain of Poecilia reticulata known for its striking, near-solid black body and fins.
Gender Differences
Males are smaller and more slender with a modified anal fin called a gonopodium, while females are larger-bodied and usually have a rounded abdomen and gravid spot.
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