Description
🐟 Albino Full Red High Dorsal 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
Brilliant albino strain with a solid bright red body.
High dorsal fin makes them stand out with elegant flowing looks.
Males are smaller with intense red and fin extensions; females are larger with softer shades.
Peaceful, active, and easy to keep – perfect for community aquariums.
Livebearers – females give birth to fully formed free-swimming fry.
🍽️ Food
Type: Omnivorous
Diet: High-quality flakes, micro pellets, brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms, spirulina, blanched veggies.
Feeding: 1–2 times daily in small portions.
🛠️ Maintenance
Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons (larger recommended for groups).
Filtration: Sponge or gentle low-flow filter.
Decor: Plants, driftwood, rocks, and open areas for swimming.
Water Change: 25–30% weekly.
👥 Social Behavior
Minimum Group Size: Keep in groups (1 male with 2–3 females).
Tank Mates: Guppies, Mollies, Platies, Swordtails, Rasboras, Neon Tetras, Corydoras, Shrimp.
Avoid: Aggressive or fin-nippers like Tiger Barbs, Bettas, and large Cichlids.
✅ Do’s
Provide live or artificial plants for fry hiding.
Keep stable and clean water for best red coloration.
Maintain proper male-to-female ratio to avoid stress.
❌ Don’ts
Don’t overcrowd – they breed very fast.
Don’t keep with aggressive or large tank mates.
Don’t miss routine water changes.
⭐ Quick Tips
Striking guppy with solid red albino body and high dorsal fin.
Very easy to breed – females can give 20–40 fry monthly.
A top choice for both beginner and advanced aquarists.
