Our Guide To Keeping Red Galaxy Mosaic Guppy Fish
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About Fish Species:
- Scientific name: Poecilia reticulata
- Common name: Red Galaxy Mosaic Guppy
- Family: Poeciliidae
- Origin: Central and South America
- Adult length: 3 to 5 cm
- Lifespan: 2 to 3 years
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Tank Setup:
- Red Galaxy Mosaic Guppies thrive in tanks with a minimum capacity of 40L. A larger tank is preferred if keeping them in a group.
- Provide plants like Java Moss, Anacharis, and floating plants to mimic their natural habitat and give them hiding spots.
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Water Parameters:
- They prefer slightly alkaline water conditions with a pH range of 7.0 to 8.5.
- Maintain the water temperature between 22 to 28°C (72 to 82°F).
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Filtration and Water Flow:
- A low to moderate water flow is suitable for guppies, so choose a filter that provides gentle water circulation.
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Diet:
- Red Galaxy Mosaic Guppies are omnivores. Feed them a varied diet of high-quality flake food or micro-pellets as their staple.
- Supplement their diet with live or frozen foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp, or mosquito larvae for added nutrition.
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Tank mates:
- They are peaceful fish that do well in community tanks. Keep them with other peaceful species such as neon tetras, corydoras, and mollies.
- Avoid housing them with larger or aggressive species that may bully or eat them.
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Behavior and Compatibility:
- Red Galaxy Mosaic Guppies are active and social, especially when kept in small groups. A ratio of one male to two females is ideal to prevent stress on the females.
- Avoid keeping them with fin-nippers, as guppies have delicate, flowing fins that can be damaged by more aggressive fish.
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