Luminus Guppy - 6 Juvenials
Scientific names from
FishBase
(v25.04): Froese, R. and D. Pauly, Editors. World Wide Web electronic publication.
Snapshot via
rfishbase:
Boettiger, C., Temple Lang, D. and Wainwright, P. (2012)
Journal of Fish Biology 81(6), 2030–2039.
Plants, invertebrates, live foods and named strains come from this site's own reviewed list.
Livebearers, lot number 397
A luminous guppy is a vibrant, often iridescent, freshwater fish (
) known for its brilliant, glowing appearance under aquarium lighting, particularly in shades like white, purple, or striped patterns. They are hardy, peaceful, small (1.5–2 inches), and ideal for beginners in community tanks.
Key Characteristics and Care
- Appearance: They feature shimmering, bright coloration (white, purple, or cobra patterns) with long, flowing tails.
- Tank Size: A minimum of 5–10 gallons is recommended.
- Temperament: Peaceful; suitable for community tanks with non-aggressive tankmates.
- Diet: Omnivorous, thriving on flakes, brine shrimp, and bloodworms.
- Conditions: Thrives in temperatures of 22°C–28°C (F–F) and pH 7.0–8.0.
- Breeding: Prolific livebearers, though adults may eat fry
| Quantity: | 6 |
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