Black Saddle Guppy Care Guide
Poecilia reticulata
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Bioload Score
800
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 6 cm / 2.4"
- Temperature
- 20–28°C (68–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7 – 8
- Min Tank Size
- 38L (10 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Mid
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
An omnivorous livebearer that eats algae, plant matter, small invertebrates and tiny aquatic organisms.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, Otocinclus and other non-aggressive livebearers.
Good to Know
The Black Saddle Guppy is a selectively bred colour variety of Poecilia reticulata named for the dark saddle-like marking across the rear portion of its body.
Gender Differences
Males are smaller and more brightly patterned with a gonopodium, while females are larger, rounder-bodied and usually less colourful.
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