Fancy Guppy Pair Red Leopard (Poecilia reticulata)

Red Leopard Fancy Guppy 

• Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
• Appearance: These guppies feature vibrant red coloration with leopard-like spots across their tails and bodies. The males are typically more colorful and have larger, more elaborate tails.
• Size: Adults grow up to 2.5 inches (6.3 cm).
• Temperament: Peaceful and social; ideal for community tanks.

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Tank Setup

• Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons for a pair, but larger is better for groups.
• Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
  • pH: 6.8–7.8
  • Hardness: 8–12 dGH
• Filtration: Gentle filtration is ideal; sponge filters work well.
• Substrate & Decor: Use fine gravel or sand, with live plants like Java moss or Anubias to provide hiding spots and breeding areas.

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Feeding

• Diet: Omnivorous
  • High-quality flake or pellet food
  • Frozen or live foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms
  • Occasional blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)
• Feed small amounts 2–3 times daily.

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Breeding

• Livebearers: Females give birth to free-swimming fry.
• Gestation: ~21–30 days
• Fry Care:
  • Provide dense plant cover or breeding boxes to protect fry from adult fish.
  • Feed fry powdered fry food or infusoria.

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Maintenance Tips

• Perform weekly water changes of 25–30%.
• Monitor water parameters regularly.
• Avoid overcrowding to reduce stress and disease risk.