Red Citrus Guppy Care Guide
Poecilia reticulata
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Bioload Score
1600
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 6 cm / 2.36"
- 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 aquatic invertebrates, algae and plant matter, along with prepared flakes or micro-pellets.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, Otocinclus and other similarly calm livebearers.
Good to Know
The Red Citrus Guppy is a selectively bred colour variety of Poecilia reticulata, prized for its vivid orange-red coloration and prolific live-bearing.
Gender Differences
Males are smaller and more brightly coloured with a gonopodium, while females are larger, less intensely coloured and have a rounded abdomen that may show a gravid spot.
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