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The Vienna Guppy is a vibrant and highly sought-after guppy variety, known for its stunning multi-colored tail and iridescent body. This dazzling strain features a mesmerizing mix of blues, purples, and reds, making it a true showpiece in any aquarium. As an active, peaceful fish, the Vienna Guppy thrives in community tanks and is easy to care for, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced aquarists. These guppies are tank-bred, ensuring they are well-adapted to aquarium life.

What We Love About This Fish:

• Brilliant Multi-Colored Tail – A dazzling mix of blues, purples, and reds.
• Hardy and Adaptable – Thrives in a variety of water conditions.
• Active and Social – Adds vibrant movement to the aquarium.
• Easy to Breed – A great choice for hobbyists interested in guppy genetics.

Natural Habitat:

Wild guppies originate from freshwater streams and ponds in South America, where they thrive in warm, slow-moving waters with abundant vegetation.

Aquascaping:

• Plants: Java Moss, Hornwort, Anubias, Amazon Sword
• Floating Plants: Frogbit, Duckweed, Water Lettuce
• Hardscape: Driftwood and smooth stones for natural aesthetics

Diet and Feeding:

Vienna Guppies are omnivores that thrive on a diet of high-quality flake food, micro pellets, and occasional live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. A varied diet enhances their color and health.

Tank Mates and Compatibility:

Peaceful and social, Vienna Guppies do well with other small community fish, such as tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and peaceful shrimp. Avoid housing them with aggressive or fin-nipping species.

Shrimp Safe?

Generally safe with adult shrimp but may eat shrimp fry if given the opportunity. Providing dense plant cover can help shrimp colonies thrive.

Breeding:

Vienna Guppies are livebearers and reproduce readily in well-maintained aquariums. Fry should be provided with hiding spots, such as dense plants or breeding mops, to increase survival rates.

Recommended Tank Parameters:

• Temperature: 72° - 82° F (22° - 28° C)
• pH: 6.8 - 7.8
• KH: 8 - 12 dKH
• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

Care Guidelines:

• Diet: Omnivorous, accepts high-quality dry and frozen foods.
• Social Behavior: Peaceful, best kept in groups.
• Origin: Tank-bred.
• Average Adult Size: 1.5 - 2 inches (3.8 - 5 cm).
• Average Purchase Size: 1 - 1.5 inches (2.5 - 3.8 cm).

Live Arrival Guarantee:

All Aquatic Arts fish come with a 100% live arrival guarantee, plus free email support for any care questions.