Half Black Yellow Guppy

🌊 Water Parameters

• Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)

• pH: 6.8–7.8 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

• Hardness: 8–12 dGH (moderate to hard water)

• Ammonia/Nitrite: 0 ppm (toxic if present)

• Nitrate: <40 ppm (preferably <20 ppm)

🐠 Care Requirements

• Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons for a trio; 10+ gallons recommended for stability.

• Diet: Omnivorous — high-quality flakes, live/frozen foods (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms), and vegetables (blanched spinach, zucchini).

• Maintenance: Weekly 20–30% water changes; use a filter and heater.

• Behavior: Peaceful, active, and social. Best kept in groups.

• Breeding: Very easy; males constantly chase females. Ideal ratio is 1 male to 2–3 females.

🤝 Tank Mates

• Good Companions:

  • Corydoras

  • Neon or ember tetras

  • Mollies

  • Platies

  • Endler's livebearers

  • Snails and shrimp (if not too small)

• Avoid:

  • Aggressive or fin-nipping fish (like tiger barbs or bettas)

  • Large predatory fish