Fancy Guppy Pair Blue Neon (Poecilia reticulata)

Fancy Guppy Pair Blue Neon (Poecilia reticulata) is a stunning and beginner-friendly freshwater fish duo, prized for their vibrant coloration and graceful fins. 

Appearance & Traits

• Coloration: The Blue Neon variety features electric blue hues that shimmer under aquarium lighting. Males are more vividly colored with longer, flowing fins, while females are larger and more subdued
• Size:
  • Males: 1–1.5 inches
  • Females: 1.5–2 inches
• Tail Types: Common tail shapes include delta, veiltail, and lyretail, adding elegance to their movement
• Temperament: Peaceful and social; ideal for community tanks

Tank Setup

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons for a pair; larger if breeding or keeping groups
• Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
  • pH: 6.8–7.8
  • Hardness: 8–15 dGH
• Filtration: Use a gentle filter like a sponge or hang-on-back type to avoid stressing their delicate fins
• Substrate: Fine gravel or sand; avoid sharp edges
• Plants: Java moss, Anubias, Amazon sword, and floating plants like duckweed provide shelter and breeding cover

Diet

• Omnivorous: Feed a mix of:
  • High-quality flakes or micro pellets (e.g., Hikari, TetraMin)
  • Live/frozen foods: brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms
  • Vegetables: blanched spinach, zucchini, peas
• Feeding Frequency: 2–3 small meals per day; remove uneaten food to maintain water quality

Breeding

• Livebearers: Females give birth to live fry every 28–30 days 
• Breeding Setup:
  • Use a separate 10–20 gallon tank
  • Include dense plants like Java moss for fry protection
  • Maintain stable water conditions and gentle flow 
• Male-to-Female Ratio: Ideal is 1 male to 2–3 females to reduce stress 

Health Tips

• Common Issues: Susceptible to bacterial infections if water quality drops
• Prevention:
  • Regular water changes (20–30% weekly)
  • Avoid overcrowding
  • Maintain stable pH and hardness