Guppy Fish Guide

Guppy Fish Care Guide & Species Profile

The guppy is a freshwater fish belonging to the Poeciliidae family. The guppy’s beautiful, flowing fins and colorful body make this fish a popular choice amongst aquarists.

Guppies are some of the most commonly available tropical aquarium fish. They are shy, peaceful fish that are adaptable, low-cost, and easy to care for, making them good introductory fish for beginner aquarists.

~~FAQ~~

~Can Siamese algae eaters live with guppies?~

Yes, Siamese algae eaters can live with guppies. Both species are gentle and peaceful, so they will have no problem living together in a tank. They are also hardy and have similar needs, so even a beginner wouldn’t have a problem keeping both species happy and healthy.

Make sure to provide plenty of space so the fish can swim around comfortably. Stocking the tank with lots of live plants and decorations is also recommended.

~Can you keep rainbow sharks with guppies?~

No, you can’t keep rainbow sharks with guppies. Even though juvenile rainbow sharks can cohabit peacefully with small livebearers like guppies, they won’t be friendly as they mature.

Because guppies love swimming to the bottom of the tank, they might accidentally venture into the rainbow shark’s territory. At first, the rainbow sharks might just chase them away, butut after a while, the rainbow sharks might start to injure or even eat the guppies.

~Can cherry shrimp live with guppies?~

Yes, cherry shrimp can live with guppies. Both are peaceful and friendly species, so cherry shrimp and guppies can live happily together. Additionally, cherry shrimp and guppies are easy to take care of, making them ideal options for beginners.

However, since guppies tend to eat small shrimp, you need to take some precautions to keep your cherry shrimp safe.

To begin with, you need to acclimate the shrimp first before putting in the guppies. You should also provide plenty of hiding spaces and live plants in the tank. Lastly, limit the number of guppies in the tank to prevent them from decimating the shrimp population.

~Will danios school with guppies?~

No, danios will not school with guppies. Danios will only school with their fellow danios, so you can’t expect them to school with guppies or any other fish. To prevent your danios from getting stressed or lonely, keep at least five of them together so that they can form a school.

However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t keep danios and guppies together. Danios and guppies are compatible tank mates, as they’re both are quite peaceful and have similar environmental requirements.

Make sure not to overcrowd the tank. As a general rule, one inch of fish requires one gallon of water. Full-grown danios and guppies are typically two inches long, so you’ll need a 15-gallon tank or larger to keep small schools of danios and guppies.

~Can ghost shrimp live with guppies?~

Yes, ghost shrimp can live with guppies. In fact, ghost shrimp and guppies make fantastic tank mates. They’re both docile and friendly, so they can live peacefully together. Plus, they have similar preferences, so even beginner fishkeepers can easily accommodate their needs simultaneously.

Guppies and ghost shrimp don’t need a lot of space. So, they’re perfect for fishkeepers with limited space.

~Can oscars eat guppies?~

Yes, oscars can eat guppies. Oscars are opportunistic feeders, so they’ll eat anything that’s small enough to fit into their mouths, including guppies.

However, it’s generally not recommended to feed guppies to your oscars. Feeder fish bought from pet stores, including guppies, are usually riddled with diseases and parasites. Eating these sick guppies may negatively impact your oscars’ health in the long run. Unless you breed your own guppies, you shouldn’t give any to your oscars.

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