Description
Poecilia reticulata guppy. This brilliantly colored little fish is known for its brilliant yellow coloring. The hardiness of these fish as well as the fact that it matures quickly makes it an excellent fish for beginning hobbyists. This captivating little gem will be sure to add plenty of activity to any aquarium. The German Yellow Guppy requires a tank with at least 10 gallons of water and is very tolerant of changing tank conditions. Plants should be hardy varieties such as Java Fern and Java Moss that can handle the increased hardness in the tank. Other peaceful fish would make good tank mates. The females are larger in size with a dull grey semi-transparent coloration, have a rounded anal fin, as well as a pregnancy patch on the lower portion of the body. Ideally, the environment should have a covering of floating ferns and a breeding box to protect the fry. Adults may eat the fry if left to fend for themselves without the breeding box. The fry should be fed brine shrimp, micro food and pulverized flakes. The German Yllow Guppy is an omnivore and requires both algae-based foods as well as meaty foods. An algae-based flake food, along with freeze-dried bloodworms, tubifex, and brine shrimp will provide guppies with the proper nutrition. —> The German Yellow Guppy is one of many unique color variety of Poecilia reticulata guppy developed through years of careful, selective breeding. This brilliantly colored little fish is sure to bring cheer and activity to any freshwater community aquarium thanks to its vibrant yellow coloration and playful swimming behavior. The German Yellow Guppy requires an aquarium of at least 10 gallons in size. It is a very peaceful fish and should be housed with tankmates of similar temperament. Though the German Yellow Guppy is a hardy fish tolerant of small changes in water parameters, care should be taken to keep water temperature, pH, and nutrient levels in check. This hardy and energetic fish makes an excellent fish for beginning hobbyists. Guppies are relatively easy to breed even for the beginning aquarists. If you are interested in breeding guppies, the ideal aquarium should have a covering of floating plants and a breeding box to protect the fry. Adults may eat the fry if left to fend for themselves without the breeding box. The fry should be fed brine shrimp, micro food and pulverized flakes. The German Yellow Guppy is an omnivore and requires both algae-based foods as well as meaty foods. An algae-based flake food, along with freeze-dried bloodworms, tubifex, and brine shrimp will provide guppies with the proper nutrition. Looking for Female Guppies? LiveAquaria® offers Assorted Female Guppies in convenient groups of 3, 6, and 12. Shop now >; Approximate Purchase Size: 1″ to 2″
