The AFR Flower Dorsal Guppy is known for its beautifully patterned dorsal fin resembling flower petals, paired with vibrant body colors and graceful swimming behavior.
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The AFR Flower Dorsal Guppy is known for its beautifully patterned dorsal fin resembling flower petals, paired with vibrant body colors and graceful swimming behavior.
A vibrant body with contrasting colors, highlighted by a large, petal-patterned dorsal fin. Males generally show brighter colors and larger dorsal fins, while females have a simpler appearance.
1–3 years
Omnivorous
The AFR Flower Dorsal Guppy is a captivating, elegant strain with a signature dorsal fin that resembles flower petals. Its beauty and calm nature make it a stunning addition to any peaceful community aquarium.
Beginner
10 gallons
6.8 – 7.8
Moderately hard to hard
22°C – 28°C (72°F – 82°F)
2.5 inches
Great with rasboras, neon tetras, platies, mollies, Corydoras, dwarf shrimp, and snails.
Avoid fin-nipping fish such as tiger barbs, serpae tetras, angelfish, male bettas, oscars, and aggressive cichlids.
Poecilia reticulata
Poeciliidae
Selective breeding in Asia; ancestors originate from South America
Peaceful schooling behavior; best kept with a ratio of 1 male to 2–3 females.
Feed a balanced diet of guppy flakes or micro-pellets, with routine supplements of live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia to enhance coloration and fin growth.
Livebearer – females give birth to fully formed, free-swimming fry
Females give birth every 4–6 weeks, producing 20–60 fry depending on size and health. Provide dense plants such as Java moss or hornwort to protect fry. Fry thrive on baby brine shrimp, microworms, and crushed flakes.
Maintain pH 6.8–7.8 with stable conditions. Perform weekly 25–30% water changes to maintain quality.
Common issues include ich, fin rot, and fungal infections, especially if water quality declines. Long dorsal fins may be targeted by fin-nippers.
Peaceful and active
A peaceful, active swimmer that enjoys exploring all levels of the aquarium. Males display their extended flower-like dorsal fin during courtship.
The AFR Flower Dorsal Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) is a premium ornamental strain admired for its elegant, flower-like dorsal fin that fans out while swimming. The fin pattern resembles delicate petals, making this guppy especially eye-catching in planted aquariums. Known for its bright coloration, fine finnage, and calm nature, this variety is suitable for both beginner and advanced aquarists. Its hardy nature, ease of breeding, and striking appearance make it a favorite among guppy collectors.