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Guppy (Red Mosaic) Poecilia reticulata

Water: Freshwater

Guppy (Red Mosaic) photo
Wikimedia Commons • Melanochromis • Public domain

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Overview

Scientific name
Poecilia reticulata
Origin region
Domestic strain
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Top-Mid
Adult size (cm)
5.50
Minimum tank (L)
40
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore

Water parameters

Temperature (°C)
22.0–28.0
pH
6.60–7.80
GH (dGH)
6.0–12.0
KH (dKH)
2.0–8.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–2.00

Habitat & environment

Domestic strain

Feeding

Omnivore

Temperament & behaviour

Peaceful

Breeding & care

Livebearer; prolific.

Notes

Colour morph with red mosaic tail.

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Created: 2025-09-02 22:55:52
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