Blue Diamond Guppy

Overview

Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
Common Name: Blue Diamond Guppy

Appearance

• Coloration: Males are characterized by their stunning iridescent blue bodies, resembling diamonds in appearance. The bright blue color can vary in intensity, often appearing more vibrant under proper lighting.
• Fins: Their fins are typically long and flowing, contributing to their overall beauty. The dorsal fin may feature hints of other colors, but the predominant hue is blue.
• Size: Males generally reach about 1.5-2 inches (4-5 cm) in length​
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Habitat and Tank Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: A minimum of 10 gallons is recommended, with larger tanks preferred for better stability and more space.
• Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 72-82°F (22-28°C)
  • pH: 6.5-8.0
  • Hardness: 8-12 dGH​
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• Filtration: A good filtration system is necessary to maintain water quality, as guppies can be sensitive to poor conditions.

Diet and Feeding

• Diet Type: Omnivorous; they thrive on a varied diet.
• Feeding Options:
  • High-quality flakes or pellets designed for guppies.
  • Supplement with live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms.
  • Include some vegetable matter to promote balanced nutrition​
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Behavior and Temperament

• Social Nature: Blue Diamond Guppies are social fish and should be kept in groups of at least 5-10 to reduce stress and promote natural behaviors.
• Compatibility: They are generally peaceful and can be kept with other small, non-aggressive fish, but avoid fin-nipping species​
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Breeding

• Breeding Behavior: Males display courtship behaviors, often chasing females. They are livebearers, meaning females give birth to live fry rather than laying eggs.
• Fry Care: To increase fry survival, provide plenty of hiding spaces in the tank and consider using a breeding box​
  
  

Health and Care

• Maintenance: Regular water changes (about 20-30% weekly) are important for maintaining water quality.
• Common Diseases: Monitor for common ailments such as ich, fin rot, and velvet disease, and maintain good water conditions to prevent outbreaks​