Green Blue Dragon Guppy

Green Blue Dragon Guppies

The Green Blue Dragon Guppy is a striking variety of guppy known for its vibrant metallic blue and green coloration, often paired with intricate dragon-scale-like patterns on its body and tail. These guppies are popular among aquarists for their stunning beauty, hardiness, and active behavior. Their eye-catching appearance and easy care make them a fantastic choice for both beginners and experienced fishkeepers.

Description:

• Common Name: Green Blue Dragon Guppy

• Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata

• Family: Poeciliidae

• Size: 1.5-2 inches (4-5 cm)

• Color: Metallic blue and green with dragon-scale patterning on the body and fins, often with long, flowing tails.

Native Region:

Guppies, including the Green Blue Dragon variety, originate from freshwater rivers and streams in northeastern South America. However, this specific variety has been bred in captivity for its unique color pattern.

Aquarium Setup:

• Tank Size: Minimum of 10 gallons (38 liters), though larger tanks are recommended for groups.

• Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 72-82°F (22-28°C)

• pH: 6.8-8.0

• Hardness: Moderately hard water (8-12 dGH)

• Diet: Omnivorous; feed them a variety of high-quality flakes, pellets, frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms, and vegetable-based foods like spirulina.

Care Level:

• Difficulty: Easy

• Temperament: Peaceful and active; suitable for community tanks.

• Lifespan: 1.5-3 years with proper care.

Behavior:

Green Blue Dragon Guppies are social and do best when kept in groups. Males display vibrant colors and perform courtship displays, while females tend to have more subdued coloration. They are active swimmers, often seen darting around the tank, and are peaceful, making them ideal for community tanks with other small, non-aggressive species.

Additional Tips:

• Tank Mates: Green Blue Dragon Guppies can be housed with other peaceful fish, such as tetras, rasboras, corydoras, or small shrimp. Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping species, which may stress or harm them.

• Breeding: Guppies are livebearers, meaning they give birth to live fry. In a mixed-gender group, breeding will occur naturally. It’s essential to provide hiding spaces for the fry, such as dense plants like Java moss or floating plants, to increase their survival rate.