Red Tuxedo Guppy

Overview 

Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
Common Name: Red Tuxedo Guppy

Appearance

• Coloration: Males exhibit a striking appearance with a bright red body and contrasting black markings, typically located around the tail and dorsal fins. This creates a "tuxedo" effect, giving them a sophisticated look​
  
  
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• Fins: Their fins are often long and flowing, with vibrant red colors complemented by black edges or spots, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.
• Size: Males usually reach about 1.5 to 2 inches (4-5 cm) in length .

Diet and Feeding

• Diet Type: Red Tuxedo Guppies are omnivorous and thrive on a varied diet.
• Feeding Options:
  • High-quality flakes or pellets formulated for guppies.
  • Live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms.
  • Inclusion of plant matter like spirulina or blanched peas can contribute to their health​
    
    
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Behavior and Temperament

• Social Nature: Red Tuxedo Guppies are social fish that prefer to be kept in groups of at least 5-10 individuals to promote natural behaviors and reduce stress.
• Compatibility: They are generally peaceful and can coexist with other small, non-aggressive fish, but should be kept away from fin-nippers​
  
  
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Breeding

• Breeding Behavior: Males display vibrant courtship behaviors, often chasing females. They are livebearers, meaning females give birth to live fry instead of laying eggs .
• Fry Care: Providing ample hiding spots in the tank is crucial for protecting fry from being eaten by adult fish. Using a breeding box can also help improve fry survival rates​
  
  
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Health and Care

• Common Diseases: Regular monitoring for common diseases such as ich, fin rot, and velvet disease is important. Maintaining good water quality is essential to prevent health issues .

Fun Facts

• The Red Tuxedo Guppy is a result of selective breeding, aimed at enhancing their striking coloration and unique patterns.
• They are known for their prolific breeding, with females capable of producing 20-100 fry every month​.