Guppy Fish

 

What does guppy mean?

Guppy (Poe-cilia reticulata) is a very popular and attractive fish in livebearers. Guppy is also known as the millions of fish. It is a real peaceful fish that is full and non-violent and easy to live in and breed. They can live with other tank mates like molly platy sword-tail etc without injury. It is a small fish usually 1.6 to 3.4 inches long, has bright colors, and is strong. It is an easy choice for beginners because the breeding of the guppy is very easy. Like other livebearers, the guppy also breeds live fry rather than lay eggs. The gestational age of a female guppy is typically 21 to 30 days. They are ready for pregnancy and postpartum. Guppy originated in southern and central America but today guppy is found all over the world. There is an outsized breed of guppies that are colorful and indoor.

Guppy Fish Giving Birth Signs  

The female guppy grows larger and forms a square shape with a more square belly. It is easy to distinguish between pregnant and non-pregnant guppy before feeding because the guppy fed can easily be mistaken for pregnancy. The fish's pregnancy spots become darker (maroon or black) and larger. Sometimes you will notice that it changes shape. The eye-catching spots of guppies are usually black. If the guppy is yellow or albinism, it can be orange or pink. If the female guppy stays still or sits in one place and does not really swim. Usually, it sits near the heater, in the corner of the fish tank, or hides in plants or behind decorations to isolate itself from other fish.
       When males try to mate, they exhibit aggressive behaviors such as fin spines and chasing.
      Change in the eating habits of female guppies. For example, refusing to eat or vomiting food.
    Faster breathing is also a sign of pregnancy.

 

Guppy Fish Male And Female

Male guppies are more beautiful than females.

Males have brighter and shiny colors. They have longer and more colorful tails than females. Female puppies are more interested in males with shiny colors. Because of their brilliance, their health is at great risk from predators. Predators can see that puppies can come from far away. Brown males are less attractive to females and predators. You should have 10 to 15 liters of the water tank. The normal temperature for the Guppies should be 75-79 ° F (24-26 ° C). The pH of the water should be 7.0-8.0 and a hardness of 12 to 20 ° dGH. Guppies need moderate light in the aquarium. Lower or higher lightning can affect their bodies and create spinal deformities. Guppy is a very prolific fish. A healthy guppy fish life spawn with excellent aquarium conditions is 3 to 5 years if not sick. They can live much longer if they are cared for.

Guppy Fish Food

They are used to control mosquitoes and can eat worms before hatching. This is why guppy is known as mosquito control fish. Guppies can eat a variety of live and frozen foods. They like to eat worms algae, brine shrimps, vegetarian food, and flakes. Mosquitoes and mosquito repellents are their favorite.

Live Plants For Guppies?

It is not necessary to have the plants in the guppy tank. But, there are many benefits to keeping living plants. They are not important only in the guppy aquarium but also in any aquarium. Live plants help imitate the natural habitat of guppies. It also helps to improve water quality. If you want to breed guppies, plants can provide refuge and hiding places for the young fry.

Types Of Guppy

Guppies come in almost all colors. It is very difficult to make a list of all kinds of guppies. Because farmers always breed different breeds and colored puppies and make new breeds. But we can still distinguish them by beauty, color, pattern, and type.