Description
Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
Common Name: Guppy Miracle Koi Red
Adult Size: 1.5 to 2.5 inches (4 – 6 cm)
Life Expectancy: 1.5 to 3 years (may live longer with excellent care)
Habitat: Freshwater rivers, streams, and pools in northern South America, now found worldwide due to introductions.
Tank Requirements
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons (for a small group of males)
Ideal Temperature: 22°C – 28°C (72°F – 82°F)
pH Range: 6.8 – 7.8
Water Hardness: 8 – 12 dGH
Temperament: Peaceful and social; best kept in groups (3+ males or in a male-only tank)
Diet & Nutrition
Omnivorous
Will eat flakes, micro pellets, frozen or live foods like daphnia, brine shrimp, and bloodworms
For best colors and health, feed a varied diet rich in protein and some plant matter
