Fish
Guppy
Poecilia reticulata
BeginnerFreshwater
Origin: Trinidad, Venezuela, Guyana
Also known as: Fancy Guppy, Rainbow Fish
Fact sheet
- Size
- 6 cm
- Lifespan
- 3 years
- Minimum tank size
- 40 L
- Temperature
- 22–28 °C
- pH
- 6.8–7.8
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Social behavior
- Schooling
- Swimming zone
- Top, Middle
- Diet
- Omnivore
Overview
The world's most popular aquarium fish. Livebearing, hardy and colorful.
Appearance
Males up to 4 cm with long fan-shaped tail. Females up to 6 cm.
Care
Hardy beginner species. Any tank from 40 L.
Feeding
Omnivore. Flakes, bloodworm, brine shrimp.
Compatibility
Peaceful. Do not keep with bettas.
Breeding
Livebearing. 50-100 fry every 4-6 weeks.
Fun facts
The first fish launched into Earth orbit. Used in malaria mosquito control.