Guppy
Easy carefreshwater
Overview
The guppy, also known as the millionfish or rainbow fish, is a member of the family Poeciliidae and, akin to most New World members of the family, is classified as a livebearer.
Water Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–28°C (72–82°F) |
| pH | 6.8–7.8 |
| Adult Size | 3–6 cm (1.2–2.4 in) |
| Min Tank | 10 gallons |
| Lifespan | 1–3 years |
Tank Setup
Feeding
Omnivore — micro pellets, flake food, frozen daphnia
Compatibility
Breeding
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons — licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Taxonomic data: Poecilia reticulata Peters, 1859 — GBIF (2026). Wikipedia summary: Guppy — CC BY-SA 4.0.
Care parameters cross-referenced with Seriously Fish.
Quick facts & gear
- Min tank size
- 10 gallons
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH range
- 6.8–7.8
- Adult size
- 3–6 cm (1.2–2.4 in)
- Lifespan
- 1–3 years
- Origin
- Member of family Poeciliidae, order Cyprinodontiformes. See species profile for distribution details.
- Diet
- Omnivore —micro pelletsflake foodfrozen daphnia