Guppy Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Guppy in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 10 gallons (38 liters)
• Compatibility: Excellent with other peaceful, similarly sized community fish such as mollies, platies, swordtails, corydoras, and small tetras. Avoid housing with aggressive or fin-nipping species.
• Special requirements: Guppies thrive in well-planted tanks with plenty of hiding spots. Due to their prolific breeding, it is advisable to keep a male to female ratio of 1:2 or 1:3 to prevent males from over-harassing females. Regular water changes are essential for their health and vibrant coloration. They are sensitive to sudden changes in water parameters.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-28°C (72-82°F)

pH level

6.8-7.8

Hardness

8-18 dGH

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