Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – flake food, micro pellets, frozen brine shrimp, vegetable matter
Aquarium species profile
Guppy
Poecilia reticulata · South America (Trinidad, Venezuela, Guyana)
Minimum tank10 gal
Adult size2"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature72–82°F
pH range6.8–7.8
Compatible tank mates
Tetras, Corydoras, Rasboras, Mollies, Platies, Swordtails
Tank mates to avoid
Fin-nippers (Tiger Barbs), aggressive/large fish
Care notes
Livebearers that breed readily; keep ratio of 1 male to 2–3 females. Males have ornate tails. Hardy and adaptable.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.