Description
🐟Albino Silver ADO Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)
📌 Basic Info
Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
Family: Poeciliidae
Origin: Selectively bred (aquarium strain)
Size: 1.5 – 2.5 inches (3.5 – 6 cm)
Lifespan: 2 – 3 years
Tank Zone: Mid to top swimmers
🌊 Water Parameters
TDS: 200 – 400 ppm
pH: 6.8 – 7.8
Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F)
Hardness: 8 – 20 dGH
🐟 Characteristics
Stunning silver-white shimmering body with albino red eyes.
Males are smaller and flashier, females are larger with softer shine.
Peaceful, active, and easy to care for – perfect for community aquariums.
Known for their elegant metallic silver look.
Livebearers – females give birth to free-swimming fry.
🍽️ Food
Type: Omnivorous
Diet: High-quality flakes, micro pellets, brine shrimp, daphnia, mosquito larvae, spirulina, blanched veggies.
Feeding: 1–2 times daily in small amounts.
🛠️ Maintenance
Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons (larger if keeping groups).
Filtration: Gentle sponge/low-flow filter.
Decor: Live plants, hiding spots, and open swimming space.
Water Change: 25–30% weekly.
👥 Social Behavior
Minimum Group Size: Keep in groups (1 male with 2–3 females).
Tank Mates: Other guppies, Mollies, Platies, Swordtails, Neon Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras, Shrimp.
Avoid: Aggressive or fin-nipping fish (Tiger Barbs, Bettas, large Cichlids).
✅ Do’s
Provide planted tanks for fry survival.
Keep stable water parameters for best shine.
Maintain correct male-to-female ratio.
❌ Don’ts
Don’t overcrowd – they breed rapidly.
Don’t house with aggressive tank mates.
Don’t neglect regular cleaning.
⭐ Quick Tips
Eye-catching metallic silver body with albino red eyes.
Easy to breed – females can produce 20–40 fry every month.
Excellent choice for beginners and advanced guppy keepers.
