Tequila Sunrise Guppies feature a vibrant color gradient that resembles the colors of a tequila sunrise cocktail. Their hues transition from yellow to orange to red.
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Tequila Sunrise Guppies feature a vibrant color gradient that resembles the colors of a tequila sunrise cocktail. Their hues transition from yellow to orange to red.
The Tequila Sunrise Guppy is named for its striking color gradient, resembling the famous cocktail. Males typically have a golden-orange head and body that transitions into bright red or deep orange at the tail, often with a translucent or patterned caudal fin. Females are less vivid but still display warm golden tones and subtle tail markings. Under aquarium lighting, their colors glow, making them a focal point in any tank.
1-3 years
Omnivorous
The Tequila Sunrise Guppy is a favorite among aquarists for its unique color gradient, peaceful nature, and ease of care. Perfect for both beginners and experienced hobbyists, they thrive in planted aquariums and are easy to breed. Their vibrant colors and lively activity make them a stunning choice for community tanks.
Beginner
10 gallons
6.8 – 7.8
Moderately hard to hard
22°C – 28°C (72°F – 82°F)
2.5 inches
Peaceful small fish such as neon tetras, ember tetras, rasboras, Corydoras catfish, mollies, platys, and ornamental shrimp
Angelfish, Betta (male), Tiger Barbs, Oscars, Jack Dempsey, Cichlids, Gouramis, Mollies, Platies, Swordtails, Shrimp, Snails
Poecilia reticulata
Poeciliidae
Originally from South America, selectively bred worldwide
Peaceful, social, thrives in groups of 6 or more
To maintain their intense colors, feed a varied omnivorous diet. A base of high-quality flake or micro-pellets ensures essential nutrients, while live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, mosquito larvae, and bloodworms enhance color vibrancy. Include occasional blanched spinach, cucumber, or zucchini for fiber and vitamin supplementation. Feed small amounts 2–3 times daily to avoid waste buildup.
Livebearer – females give birth to fully formed free-swimming fry every 4–6 weeks
As prolific livebearers, Tequila Sunrise Guppies breed readily in aquariums. Females can give birth every 21–30 days, producing 20–50 fry per batch depending on size and health. Gestating females develop a dark gravid spot near the rear abdomen. For breeding projects, provide dense plant cover like Java moss or floating plants, or use a separate breeding box to protect fry from predation. Fry grow quickly on baby brine shrimp, powdered fry food, and finely crushed flakes.
They thrive in stable, clean water with pH between 6.8 and 7.8 and moderate to high hardness. Weekly 25–30% water changes help maintain water quality and reduce nitrate buildup. A sponge filter or gentle hang-on-back filter works well, as strong currents may stress them. Adding plants helps stabilize water parameters and provides hiding spots for fry.
Like other guppies, they are susceptible to fin rot, ich, velvet disease, and bacterial infections if water quality is poor. Overfeeding or low temperatures can weaken their immune system. Long fins are prone to tearing if housed with nippy species. Avoid copper-based medications in tanks with invertebrates.
Peaceful
Tequila Sunrise Guppies are peaceful, active, and endlessly curious. They are almost always in motion, exploring plants, decorations, and open swimming areas. Males frequently display their bright colors to females, while females tend to swim calmly in groups. They rarely show aggression and do best when kept with other gentle species. Their vibrant coloration becomes more intense in a planted, well-lit aquarium.
The Tequila Sunrise Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) is a selectively bred strain prized for its warm golden-orange to deep red gradient, reminiscent of the layered hues in a tequila sunrise cocktail. Originating from the wild guppies of South America, this variety has been refined over generations to achieve its glowing colors and graceful fin shapes. These guppies are peaceful, adaptable, and thrive in community tanks with other small, gentle fish. They breed readily, with females giving birth to live fry that are independent from birth. Their colors become even more vivid when kept in planted tanks with good lighting and a protein-rich diet. Hardy yet beautiful, they are an ideal choice for aquarists seeking a fish that is both visually stunning and easy to care for.