(G) HB Red High Dorsal Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)

Description

🐟 HB 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

• Beautiful Half Black (HB) body with a bright red tail and a tall dorsal fin that makes them stand out.

• Males are smaller and show stronger colors, while females are larger with lighter shades.

• Active, hardy, and peaceful, making them ideal for community aquariums.

• Highly prized by guppy breeders for their unique half-black + red contrast.

• Livebearers – females give birth to fry monthly.

🍽️ 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 preferred for breeding groups).

• Filtration: Sponge filter or gentle low-flow filter.

• Decor: Plants (natural or artificial), hiding spots, and free swimming space.

• Water Change: 25–30% weekly.

👥 Social Behavior

• Minimum Group Size: Keep 1 male with 2–3 females to reduce stress.

• Tank Mates: Other guppies, Platies, Mollies, Swordtails, Corydoras, Rasboras, Neon Tetras, Shrimps.

• Avoid: Aggressive or fin-nipping fish (Tiger Barbs, Bettas, large Cichlids).

✅ Do’s

• Provide live or artificial plants for fry protection.

• Maintain clean, stable water for strong colors.

• Use proper male-to-female ratio.

❌ Don’ts

• Don’t overcrowd – guppies breed very fast.

• Don’t keep with aggressive fish.

• Don’t skip regular water changes.

⭐ Quick Tips

• Eye-catching guppies with half-black body, bright red tail, and tall dorsal fin.

• Easy to breed – females can have 20–40 fry every month.

• Perfect for both beginners and guppy collectors.