Guppy breeding conditions:

1. Setting up a tank

It is very important to set up a tank, because guppies must be in a comfortable environment to breed smoothly and healthily.

The first step in setting up a tank is to choose a fish tank of 10-20 gallons (35L-75L). A fish tank that is too small can easily lead to high density of fish and insufficient oxygen, especially during breeding. period.

The second step is to select a filter. It is recommended to use waterfall filter and water elf filter. The water flow of these two filters is small and will not affect the reproduction of female fish and the growth of fry. If you use a filter with a large flow of water, such as a filter barrel, the guppies will feel the pressure, and the fry may be sucked into the water inlet pipe.

The third step is to set up a hiding place. When guppies give birth to small fish, they like to hide in a corner and wait for birth. So placing some decorations and aquatic plants for them to hide in will help reduce the stress before they give birth. Moreover, these decorations can also help newborn fry hide and reduce the probability of being eaten by adult fish.

The fourth step is to install the oxygen pump and heating rod, these are necessary.

2. Temperature

When guppies are pregnant and breeding, appropriately raising the temperature can shorten their breeding period. The optimal water temperature is between 28-30 degrees.

3. Water quality

Good water quality can help the reproduction of guppies. First of all, it is necessary to ensure that the water quality is clean and it is necessary to change the water every week.

In addition, guppies like slightly alkaline water. Try to ensure that the water quality in the tank is between pH 6.8-7.8 and GH 7-12.

4. Male to female ratio

When breeding, the best male to female ratio is 1:3, which can create a suitable breeding atmosphere. If the number of male fish is equal to or more than Female fish can easily cause male fish to attack each other in order to compete for mating partners, and it can also cause female fish to be harassed by male fish all the time.

5. Feeding

In terms of feeding, feeding more high-protein feed will enhance the fish's physique and help speed up reproduction. When the female fish gives birth, she is often very weak and may eat the fry.

Normally, the fry should be fished out and isolated in separate tanks. Some aquarists are too lazy and do not want to separate tanks. It is recommended to feed the female fish some newly hatched brine shrimp to supplement energy after giving birth. Brine shrimp are not only suitable for female fish, but also for fry.