Blue Dragon Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) – Tank Bred

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The Blue Dragon Guppy is a breathtaking variety of guppy that features a metallic sky-blue body, deep sapphire tail, and intricate dragon-scale patterning along its flanks. These guppies are tank-bred and display incredible coloration and finage that make them stand out in any aquarium. Their vibrant colors, active behavior, and ease of care make them an excellent addition to planted or community tanks.

What We Love About This Fish:

• Radiant Blue Coloration: Males boast a shimmering blue body with dragon-scale pattern and long, flowing fins.
• Peaceful and Hardy: Suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
• Great for Breeding Projects: A prolific livebearer that adds motion and beauty to any tank.
• Active and Social: Constantly swimming and engaging with their surroundings.

Natural Habitat:

While guppies like the Blue Dragon are bred in aquariums, their wild ancestors originate from freshwater streams and pools in South America. These waters are typically slow-moving, warm, and densely vegetated. 

Aquascaping:

• Plants: Ideal choices include Java Moss, Hornwort, Water Sprite, and Amazon Sword. Floating plants like Frogbit or Duckweed help reduce light intensity and offer cover.
• Hardscape: Smooth river stones, lava rock, and Malaysian driftwood create an ideal setup without sharp edges.
• Botanicals: Indian Almond Leaves and Alder Cones can help support overall fish health by releasing beneficial tannins.

Diet and Feeding:

These guppies are omnivores and thrive on a varied diet. Feed high-quality flakes or micro pellets as a staple, with supplements of baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms to enhance color and vitality.

Tank Mates and Compatibility:

Blue Dragon Guppies are peaceful and compatible with most other non-aggressive fish. Ideal tank mates include small tetras, rasboras, corydoras, snails, and other livebearers. Avoid housing with fin-nippers or aggressive species.

Shrimp Safe?:

Generally safe with adult freshwater shrimp, though guppies may eat very small shrimp or shrimplets. Provide dense cover or moss to protect baby shrimp.

Breeding:

Livebearers that breed readily in captivity. Males display courtship behavior and females give birth to live young after a 4-week gestation. A well-planted tank improves fry survival rates.

Recommended Tank Parameters:

• Temperature: 72° – 82° F (22° – 28° C)
• pH: 6.8 – 7.8
• KH: 8 – 12 dKH
• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

Care Guidelines:

• Diet: Omnivorous; feed a variety of dry, frozen, and live foods.
• Social Behavior: Peaceful and active; best kept in groups.
• Origin: Tank-bred, not wild-caught.
• Average Adult Size: 1.5 – 2 inches (3.8 – 5 cm)
• Average Purchase Size: 1 – 1.5 inches (2.5 – 3.8 cm)

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