Acquario
Guppy
Poecilia reticulata
Cheerful, hardy, and relentlessly prolific — buy three guppies and you will soon own thirty.
- Difficulty
- easy
Care tips
- Start with 40 L minimum at 22-28 °C
- Keep 2 females per male to spread out chasing
- Expect fry monthly; add dense plants or plan for rehoming
- Change 25% of the water weekly
- Feed quality flake plus occasional frozen or veggie foods
Common questions
Cosa dovrei sapere sulla cura di una guppy? +
Cheerful, hardy, and relentlessly prolific — buy three guppies and you will soon own thirty.
Typical guidance for a healthy guppy — your own conditions (and your vet, for animals) come first.
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