Magenta Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) – Tank Bred

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The Magenta Swallowtail Guppy is an elegant selectively bred guppy variety prized for its flowing finnage, vivid magenta coloration, and beautifully extended swallowtail patterning. This graceful livebearer brings constant motion and vibrant color to freshwater aquariums, making it an exceptional centerpiece fish for planted and nature-style aquascapes.

Its elongated finnage and striking coloration stand out especially well against dark substrates, driftwood, and lush green aquatic plants. Despite its ornamental appearance, the Magenta Swallowtail Guppy remains a hardy and adaptable community fish suitable for both beginner and experienced hobbyists.

This tank-bred variety is available as individual males, individual females, or as a compatible breeding pair consisting of one male and one female.

What We Love About This Fish:

• Brilliant Magenta Coloration: Rich pink and magenta tones create incredible visual contrast in planted aquariums.
• Elegant Swallowtail Finnage: Flowing tail extensions give this guppy a graceful and ornamental appearance.
• Excellent Community Fish: Peaceful temperament makes it ideal for nano and planted community tanks.
• Constant Movement: Active swimming behavior adds life and motion throughout the aquarium.

Quick Care Guide

• Care Level: Easy beginner-friendly ornamental livebearer
• Temperament: Peaceful community fish ideal for planted aquariums
• Diet: Omnivore that accepts flakes, pellets, frozen, and live foods
• Adult Size: Approximately 1.5 - 2 inches
• Average Purchase Size: Roughly 1 - 1.25 inches
• Lifespan: Typically 1.5 - 3 years with proper care
• Tank Level: Active top and midwater swimmer
• Activity Level: Constantly active and social
• Group Recommendation: Best maintained in groups of 3 or more
• Shrimp Compatibility: Compatible with adult shrimp; may eat shrimplets

Recommended Tank Parameters

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

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