Fancy Tail Guppy Care Guide
Poecilia reticulata
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Bioload Score
800
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 6 cm / 2.4"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.8 – 8
- Min Tank Size
- 38L (10 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Mid-Top
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
An omnivore that eats small insects, crustaceans, algae and plant matter.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, small peaceful livebearers and kuhli loaches.
Good to Know
The Fancy Tail Guppy is a selectively bred form of Poecilia reticulata, a species popularly known as the millionfish because of its prolific reproduction.
Gender Differences
Males are smaller and more vividly coloured with a gonopodium, while females are larger, less colourful and have a rounded abdomen.
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