How to raise guppies

How to raise guppies

Guppies (also known as anchovies) are a popular species of tropical ornamental fish. They are loved by novices and experienced aquarists alike because of their bright colors and easy maintenance. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed guide to raising guppies from aspects such as water quality management, feed selection, and breeding techniques.

1. Basic information about guppies

2. Setting up the breeding environment

1.Fish tank selection: Guppies are small in size. It is recommended to choose a 20-30 liter fish tank, which is suitable for 5-10 adult fish. The fish tank needs to be equipped with a filtration system and heating rods to maintain stable water quality and suitable water temperature.

2.water quality management: Guppies are sensitive to water quality and need to change the water regularly (1/3 of the water every week) and detect ammonia and nitrite content. It has been mentioned in recent hot topics that using Terminalia leaves to regulate water quality can simulate the native environment and reduce fish stress.

3.Landscaping suggestions: Aquatic plants (such as moss and fig) can be planted to provide hiding space, but avoid sharp decorations from scratching the fish tail. Recent hot topics show that the combination of dead wood + negative plants is the most popular among aquarists.

3. Feed and feeding techniques

1.Feed selection: Guppies prefer live bait (such as red worms and water fleas), but artificial feed is safer and more convenient. Popular brands recently include "Nissin Marubeni" and "JBL", whose high-protein formulas can promote hair color.

2.Feeding frequency: 2-3 times a day, each feeding should be finished within 3 minutes. Overfeeding can easily lead to deterioration of water quality. Recent discussions among aquarists have particularly emphasized the principle of "eating less, more meals".

4. Breeding and juvenile fish care

1.breeding conditions: The recommended male to female ratio is 1:2-3, and the water temperature can be adjusted to 26°C to stimulate estrus. Recent hot topics point out that adding duckweed can provide natural shelter for young fish.

2.Juvenile fish management: Young fish need to be kept in isolation after birth and fed with migratory water or powdered feed. It is mentioned in the popular tips that you need to be careful when using "egg yolk water" as temporary feed to avoid contaminating the water quality.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (Hot Questions in the Past 10 Days)

1.What should I do if my guppy's tail is cracked?In recent discussions, aquarists suggested checking the water quality first (whether ammonia/nitrite exceeds the standard) and adding yellow powder for treatment. If it is caused by fighting, the ferocious fish need to be isolated.

2.How to promote guppy hair color?In addition to genetic factors, it can be improved by feeding spirulina, brightening feed, and extending the lighting time (8-10 hours a day).

3.Recommended for mixed culturePopular polyculture combinations include lantern fish and rice shrimp (please note that shrimps may be attacked). Avoid polyculture with tiger fish and betta fish.

ConclusionAlthough raising guppies is simple, the details determine success or failure. Keep up with recent hot techniques, such as water quality adjustment, feed optimization, etc., to make your fish healthier and more beautiful. It is recommended that novices start by raising a small amount and gradually accumulate experience!