- Name:
Blue Diamond Guppy
(View AKA's) - Family: Poeciliidae
- Species: Fancy Guppies
- Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
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General info about Blue Diamond Guppy
The Blue Diamond Guppy is a selectively bred variant of the common guppy, Poecilia reticulata. These fish are peaceful and can be kept in community tanks with other peaceful fish. They prefer densely planted aquariums with some open swimming space. The males can grow up to 4 cm in length, while the females are slightly larger, reaching up to 6 cm.
Blue Diamond Guppy Diet & Nutrition
The Blue Diamond Guppy is an omnivorous fish and can be fed a variety of foods, including flake food, frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia. It is important to provide a balanced diet to ensure the fish remains healthy.
Determining Sex of Blue Diamond Guppy
Males have a pointed anal fin, while females have a triangular-shaped anal fin. Additionally, males have a colorful and larger caudal fin compared to females.
Breeding & Spawning Blue Diamond Guppy
The Blue Diamond Guppy is a livebearer and is relatively easy to breed. They give birth to live young, and the females can give birth to up to 30 fry at a time. It is recommended to keep the fry separate from the adults as they may be eaten.
Common Diseases with Blue Diamond Guppy
The Blue Diamond Guppy is generally hardy and can tolerate a range of water conditions. However, they may be prone to common freshwater fish diseases such as ich, fin rot, and swim bladder disorder. It is important to maintain a healthy aquarium environment with regular water changes and adequate filtration to prevent diseases.
Blue Diamond Guppy Origin
The Blue Diamond Guppy is a selectively bred variant of the common guppy, Poecilia reticulata, which is native to northeast South America.
Caution with Blue Diamond Guppy
The Blue Diamond Guppy is a peaceful and relatively hardy fish, and there are no major concerns when it comes to keeping them. However, it is important to avoid overstocking the aquarium to prevent aggression and to maintain good water quality.
Acclimating Blue Diamond Guppy
It is recommended to acclimate the Blue Diamond Guppy to its new environment slowly to prevent shock. This can be done by floating the fish bag in the aquarium for 15-20 minutes to allow the temperature to equalize. Then, slowly add small amounts of aquarium water to the bag every few minutes for about an hour before releasing the fish into the aquarium.
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Blue Diamond Guppy | Fancy Guppies | Poeciliidae | Poecilia reticulata | The Blue Diamond Guppy is a selectively bred variant of the common guppy, Poecilia reticulata. These fish are peaceful and can be kept in community tanks with other peaceful fish. They prefer densely planted aquariums with some open swimming space. The males can grow up to 4 cm in length, while the females are slightly larger, reaching up to 6 cm. | PalaciosAn |
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