Description
🐟 HB Red High Dorsal Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)
📌 Basic Info
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Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
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Family: Poeciliidae
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Origin: Selectively bred (aquarium strain)
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Size: 1.5 – 2.5 inches (3.5 – 6 cm)
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Lifespan: 2 – 3 years
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Tank Zone: Mid to top swimmers
🌊 Water Parameters
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TDS: 200 – 400 ppm
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pH: 6.8 – 7.8
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Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F)
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Hardness: 8 – 20 dGH
🐟 Characteristics
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Beautiful Half Black (HB) body with a bright red tail and a tall dorsal fin that makes them stand out.
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Males are smaller and show stronger colors, while females are larger with lighter shades.
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Active, hardy, and peaceful, making them ideal for community aquariums.
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Highly prized by guppy breeders for their unique half-black + red contrast.
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Livebearers – females give birth to fry monthly.
🍽️ Food
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Type: Omnivorous
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Diet: High-quality flakes, micro pellets, brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms, spirulina, blanched veggies.
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Feeding: 1–2 times daily in small portions.
🛠️ Maintenance
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Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons (larger preferred for breeding groups).
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Filtration: Sponge filter or gentle low-flow filter.
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Decor: Plants (natural or artificial), hiding spots, and free swimming space.
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Water Change: 25–30% weekly.
👥 Social Behavior
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Minimum Group Size: Keep 1 male with 2–3 females to reduce stress.
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Tank Mates: Other guppies, Platies, Mollies, Swordtails, Corydoras, Rasboras, Neon Tetras, Shrimps.
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Avoid: Aggressive or fin-nipping fish (Tiger Barbs, Bettas, large Cichlids).
✅ Do’s
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Provide live or artificial plants for fry protection.
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Maintain clean, stable water for strong colors.
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Use proper male-to-female ratio.
❌ Don’ts
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Don’t overcrowd – guppies breed very fast.
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Don’t keep with aggressive fish.
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Don’t skip regular water changes.
⭐ Quick Tips
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Eye-catching guppies with half-black body, bright red tail, and tall dorsal fin.
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Easy to breed – females can have 20–40 fry every month.
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Perfect for both beginners and guppy collectors.
