

Dumbo Ear Male Guppies are bright colored fish with big and colorful pectoral fins and are oversized. All guppies are distinct with various patterns and shapes of tails. They are docile, vigorous and active swimmers. Just right in community aquariums or in aquarists who are fond of colorful and boisterous fish.
Dumbo Ear Male Guppies (Poecilia reticulata) are small but have a big personality. Their huge, elephant-like fins make them appear to be playing gracefully in the tank. These guppies are bred with bright colors, and they are available in various patterns including bright reds and blues to mixed tones. Every fish is special, and so your aquarium will be vivid.
These are social and friendly guppies. They coexist well with other non-violent community tanks. They are durable and can acclimatize to all water conditions, which makes them best for a beginner. They have a lifespan of 2-3 years when well taken care of and remain active, displaying their colour all the time.
Feeding is easy and flexible. They feed on the high-quality flakes, micro pellets as well as small live or frozen food, such as brine shrimp or daphnia. To retain them in groups of six or more is to promote the instinctive way. Plants an,d hiding places will be added to ensure that they feel safe and they can breed safely provided they want to.
Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
Common Name: Dumbo Ear Guppy
Origin: Captive-bred from South American fish
Size: Up to 5 cm (2 inches)
Diet: Flakes, pellets, or small live/frozen food
Lifespan: 2–3 years
Temperament: Peaceful, social
Water Parameters:
Temp: 22–28°C (72–82°F)
pH: 6.5–7.8
Hardness: 10–30 dKH
Tank Size: 10 gallons minimum for a small group
Comes in many colors and patterns, each fish looks different.
and Simple to care for, very hardy and forgiving.
Ideal for calm community aquariums.
Can breed easily if you want to try livebearing.
Always active, adding life and movement to the tank.
Substrate: Fine gravel or sand.
Decor: Driftwood, rocks, and live plants like Java Moss, Hornwort, or Anubias
Recommended Plants: Java Fern, Anubias, Amazon Sword, Hornwort.
Filtration: Gentle flow, clean water is key
Lighting: Medium light brings out colors best
Cover: Use a lid; they can jump out when startled
They mix well with:
Corydoras Catfish
Swordtails
Avoid bigger or aggressive fish that might bully or eat them.
Extras: Brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms (live or frozen)
,How often: Once or twice a day, only what they finish in a couple of minutes
Do 25–30% water changes every week
Keep them in groups (6+ is better, reduces stress)
Add plants if you want the fry to survive. Adults may eat them.
Watch for stress signs like faded colors or hiding.
Q: Are Dumbo Ear Guppies beginner-friendly?
A: Yes, they are hardy, peaceful, and low-maintenance — perfect for beginners.
Q: What do Dumbo Ear Guppies eat?
A: They consume flakes, pellets, and, a few times, live or frozen food to supplement nutrition.
Q: How big do Dumbo Ear Guppies get?
A: They reach as long as 5cm (2 inches).
Q: Can Dumbo Ear Guppies live with bettas?
A: They can, but only with calm bettas. Avoid housing them with aggressive males.
Q: Do they need a heater?
A: Yes, keep the temperature between 22–28°C (72–82°F).
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Make Your Tropical Sea a Captain of Color!
With Assorted Dumbo Ear Male Guppies, you will be able to make your aquarium look a lot livelier. Their hovering fins, sparkling color, and playfulness are enough to ensure they make a head of any tank. These guppies provide a source of beauty, flexibility,ity, and limitless energy, whether you are a novice or an adult hobbyist.
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