Fancy Guppy Pair Yellow Rainbow (Poecilia reticulata)

Fancy Guppy Pair Yellow Rainbow is a selectively bred variant of Poecilia reticulata, known for its vibrant yellow and rainbow-toned coloration. These guppies are ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists due to their hardiness, peaceful nature, and stunning appearance. 

Appearance & Traits

• Coloration: Males typically display bright yellow bodies with rainbow iridescence across their tails and dorsal fins. Females are usually larger and less colorful but still attractive 
• Size:
  • Males: 1.2–2.4 inches
  • Females: 1.6–2.5 inches 
• Lifespan: 2–3 years, with proper care 

Tank Setup

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons for a small group; larger tanks preferred for breeding 
• Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • pH: 6.8–7.8
  • Hardness: 143–214 ppm KH, 107–357 ppm GH
• Aquascaping:
  • Use live plants like Java Moss,or Anubias
  • Provide open swimming space and gentle filtration

Diet

• Omnivorous: Feed a mix of:
  • High-quality flakes and micro pellets
  • Frozen/live foods: brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia
  • Vegetables: blanched spinach, peas
• Feed 1–2 times daily, removing uneaten food promptly 

Behavior & Compatibility

• Temperament: Peaceful and social; ideal for community tanks
• Tank Mates:
  • Good: Corydoras, mollies, platies, tetras, rasboras
  • Avoid: Fin-nippers like barbs or aggressive cichlids
• Social Structure: Best kept in groups of 5+ to reduce stress 

Breeding

• Livebearers: Females give birth to 20–40 fry every 4–6 weeks
• Fry Care:
  • Use dense plants or breeding boxes for fry protection
  • Feed fry baby brine shrimp and finely crushed flakes
  • Separate fry from adults to prevent predation