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Red Topaz Guppy

₹100

The Red Topaz Guppy is known for its glowing red-orange body and striking metallic sheen, making it one of the most eye-catching guppy varieties.

  • Note:If you order 2 qty of a specific variety , then you will receive 1 male and 1 female. If you order 5 qty of a specific variety, then you will receive 2 male and 2 female and the last one will be based on availability.

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    Product Details

    • Description :

      The Red Topaz Guppy is known for its glowing red-orange body and striking metallic sheen, making it one of the most eye-catching guppy varieties.

    • Appearance :

      A vibrant red-orange body with a metallic topaz shimmer. The tail is large, flowing, and intensely colored. Males are more vibrant and have more elaborate fins, while females have subtler shades.

    • Lifespan :

      1–3 years

    • Diet :

      Omnivorous

    • Closing Thoughts :

      The Red Topaz Guppy brings fiery color and elegance to any aquarium. Its hardy nature, stunning color, and easy breeding make it ideal for hobbyists of all levels.

  • Care Level :

    Beginner

  • Minimum Tank Size :

    10 gallons

  • pH :

    6.8 – 7.8

  • Water Hardness :

    Moderately hard to hard

  • Temperature :

    22°C – 28°C (72°F – 82°F)

  • Max Size :

    2.5 inches

  • Tank Mates :

    Friendly tank mates like neon tetras, mollies, platies, rasboras, Corydoras, snails, and peaceful shrimp.

  • Bad Tank Mates :

    Avoid aggressive and fin-nipping fish such as tiger barbs, male bettas, oscars, and larger cichlids.

  • Scientific Name :

    Poecilia reticulata

  • Family :

    Poeciliidae

  • Origin :

    Selective breeding in Asia; wild guppies originate from South America

  • Social Behavior :

    Friendly, social, and best kept in groups. Use a ratio of 1 male to 2–3 females.

  • Feeding Details :

    Offer high-quality guppy flakes or micro-pellets daily. Supplement with live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and daphnia to enhance their red coloration.

  • Breeding Behavior :

    Livebearer – females give birth to fully formed free-swimming fry

  • Breeding Details :

    Females give birth every 4–6 weeks, producing 20–60 fry depending on size and health. To improve fry survival, provide dense plants like Java moss or floating guppy grass. Feed fry baby brine shrimp or finely crushed flakes.

  • Important Water Parameters :

    Maintain pH 6.8–7.8, stable hardness, and clean water with weekly 25–30% water changes.

  • Common Health Issues :

    Watch for ich, fin rot, fungal infections, and bacterial problems if water quality drops. Avoid strong currents that may stress their fins.

  • Temperament :

    Peaceful and active

  • Behavior & Temperament :

    A peaceful and active swimmer that moves constantly throughout the aquarium. Males display their vivid red fins in courtship behaviors.

    • The Red Topaz Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) is a premium guppy strain celebrated for its fiery red topaz coloration and shimmering metallic shine. This variety’s intense red body and tail create a bold contrast against green plants and darker substrates. Selectively bred for its brilliance, the Red Topaz Guppy is a favorite among aquascapers and guppy collectors. Like all guppies, it is hardy, easy to breed, and thrives in community aquariums with stable parameters and proper nutrition.

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