AquaScience AI

Guppy Care Guide

Poecilia reticulata

Colorful male guppies swimming in a planted freshwater aquarium

Key Takeaways

  • Guppy needs at least 10 gallons, with 20 gallons preferred.
  • Keep water between 22-28°C and pH 6.8-7.8.
  • Keep a group of at least 3 to reduce stress.

Actionable Setup Plan

  • Pelihara satu jenis kelamin bila tidak menginginkan burayak.
  • Pertahankan betina lebih banyak daripada jantan dan pantau pengejaran.

Quick Facts

Difficulty: beginner
Min Tank: 10 gallons
Size: 5 cm
Group: 3+
Temperature: 22-28°C
pH: 6.8-7.8
Temperament: peaceful
Swimming: top
Diet: omnivore
Lifespan: 2-3 years

Size

Dewasa umumnya 4–6 cm; rencanakan juga untuk burayak.

Lifespan

Dengan air bersih dan makanan beragam biasanya hidup dua hingga tiga tahun.

Minimum School Size

Pelihara kelompok; lebih banyak betina dari jantan mengurangi stres.

Care Overview

Guppy adalah ikan kuat, berwarna dan mudah dirawat bagi pemula. Ada banyak variasi dan mereka mudah berkembang biak di akuarium.

Ideal Tank Setup

Planted freshwater aquarium with an open midwater swimming lane

Akuarium 10 galon AS atau lebih dengan tanaman hidup bekerja baik. Mereka menyukai air agak basa; tanaman apung dan perlindungan melindungi burayak bila pembiakan diinginkan.

Food

Omnivor yang makan serpihan, mikropelet dan pakan hidup/beku kecil; juga merumput alga. Beri porsi kecil 2–3 kali sehari.

Tank Mates

  • Platy
  • Molly
  • Corydoras
  • Tetra
  • Udang

Fish to Avoid

  • Cupang
  • Cichlid besar
  • Tiger barb

Common Problems

  • Kepadatan karena berkembang biak
  • Menggigit sirip
  • Masalah gelembung renang

Common Beginner Mistakes

  • Using a tank smaller than 10 gallons, which makes water quality harder to keep stable.
  • Ignoring adult size, group size, or temperament when choosing tank mates.
  • Changing too much water or filter media at once before checking ammonia and nitrite.

Frequently Asked Questions

Apakah guppy mudah berkembang biak?

Ya. Dengan jantan dan betina, harapkan burayak; pelihara satu kelamin jika tidak menginginkannya.

Related Tools

Sources and Review Process

  • Freshwater aquarium husbandry references for water quality, tank size, and stocking guidance.
  • Species profiles and compatibility rules maintained in the AquaScience AI data set.
  • Aquarium health guidance is educational and should not replace an aquatic veterinarian for severe symptoms.

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