Guppy fish are one of the most popular types of tropical fish kept as freshwater aquarium pets. And for good reason, they are colorful, beautiful, and easy fish to raise. Here are 10 reasons to get guppies as a pet. Exotic Fish With so many different types of guppies, it might be hard to choose …
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Guppies can have babies at a very fast rate. You can start with a tank of 2 to 4 guppies and end up with a tank of 30 to 40 within months. But where do all these baby guppies (fry) come from? Are guppies egg layers? Guppy fish do not lay eggs, guppies are livebearers. This means that guppy …
How Much Sleep Do Guppies Need? Scientists believe that guppies and other fish sleep to save energy. Thus, when night falls, they go to rest. A simple way to know how much sleep a guppy needs is to follow the sunset and sunrise pattern. This means that when the sun sets, turn off the aquarium …
All types of guppies eat their babies, as well as the babies of other fish. Other fish will eat guppy fry too. So in a community tank, the babies live a dangerous life. But why do guppies eat their babies? This type of cannibalism, filial cannibalism, is typical among fish. It is not just fish …
Guppy fish care is easy! Guppies are the most popular type of tropical fish found in freshwater aquariums. Their bright colors and distinct patterns make them attractive to fish keepers and pet lovers alike. So, if you want to keep some, why not learn about proper guppy fish care? Guppy Fish Care Guide Guppy Fish …
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Guppy fish and molly fish are both peaceful fish. They are two of the most popular types of freshwater aquarium fish to keep as pets. There are many types of guppies as well as many types of mollies. Both fish are livebearers which means that they do not lay eggs but give birth to live …
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Guppies can experience stress as well. Many sicknesses and diseases are caused by stress in guppies. But how to tell if guppies are stressed? What are the signs of stress? Here’s everything you need to know. Stress in Fish Stress in fish, including guppy fish, is caused when fish are kept in improper conditions. Although …
What do guppies eat? Guppies can eat a variety of food that includes both animal and plant products. Here’s everything you need to know about a guppy fish’s diet. What Do Guppies Eat In The Wild Guppies are omnivores, and in the wild, they eat plant matter, insect larvae, algae and the remains of dead …
Are Guppies Aggressive Fish? No, guppy fish are peaceful and friendly fish that get along with other fish in an aquarium. Aggressiveness is not a common trait among guppies. But, guppies, especially male guppies, can become territorial. Territorial fish show signs of aggression when mating or defending their space. Why Do Guppies Chase Each Other? …
Is it ok to keep guppy fish and platy fish in the same aquarium? Yes, guppies and platy fish can share the same tank. Both are tropical fish and freshwater aquarium pets and can live under the same water conditions. So, platy fish make for great guppy tank mates. Tank Size A 10-gallon tank is …
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The most important thing to know when setting up a new fish tank is how to cycle the aquarium. Every new aquarium needs to go through the Nitrogen Cycle to provide a thriving ecosystem for your aquatic pets and plants. Here’s everything you need to know about cycling a fish tank. What Is The Nitrogen …
You’re here because you ran out of feed for your guppies. Maybe you have some Goldfish feed lying around or maybe you’re thinking that you can just feed your guppies beta feed. But, you don’t have to! If you want to know what to feed your guppies when you run out of food, it’s really …
Can guppy fish and goldfish live in the same aquarium? Yes, guppies and goldfish can share the same tank. But, bigger goldfish can eat smaller guppy fish. The key to successfully keeping both species of fish together is choosing the right type of goldfish (smaller breeds) and proper tank maintenance. Things To Note Guppies are …
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Guppies and dwarf gouramis are generally peaceful fish and thus make good tank mates. Here are a few things to consider when keeping guppies and dwarf gouramis in the same tank. Habitat Guppies are perhaps the most popular pet fish right up there with the goldfish. There are many different guppy types and each has …
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Adult guppies can survive without food for up to 2 weeks. Guppy fry can survive for about 3 days without food. However, there are few things to consider before leaving your tank for such a long time. Guppies can live without food for weeks, so long as the water conditions are right. If you have …
Guppies are a popular type of tropical fish that we keep as freshwater aquarium pets. There are also those of us that like bettas. Is it ok to keep guppies and beta fish in the same tank? Will the beta attack or harass the guppy fish? It is possible to put guppies and beta fish …
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Can guppies eat Goldfish food? Yes, guppies can eat goldfish food. But, only feed your guppies goldfish flakes for a short period of time. It should only be a last resort. While most freshwater aquarium fish have similar diets, specialized fish food is just that. Made to benefit a specific species of fish. Tropical Flakes …
Guppies are one the easiest fish to breed. However, if you want to successfully raise fry (baby guppies), you have to know: “How do guppies breed?”, “How to tell when female guppy is ready to give birth?”, and the steps to take right before and after she gives birth (guppies are livebearers). How Do Guppies …
Filter A simple sponge filter is all you need to keep your breeding tank clean. Sponge filters are better because other filters can suck in the small guppy fry. Sponge filters also don’t cause strong water currents. This is important because guppies live in slow moving water. Maintain Breeding Tank Proper maintenance is …
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Starting a guppy tank is an exciting venture because there are so many different types of guppies to choose from that you are bound to be overwhelmed by their sheer beauty. However, you don’t want to overcrowd your new tank. How many guppies can fit in a 10-gallon tank? The recommended amount of guppy fish …
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