GUPPY - FLAMINGO RED

Flamingo Red Guppy – Poecilia reticulata

Flamingo Red Guppies have a soft red body with some white on them. They are not too common, like tuxedo red or koi red guppies, so they feel a bit special. Easy fish to keep, peaceful, and always moving around in the tank. Good choice if you want color and activity in your aquarium.

Product Description

Flamingo Red Guppies (Poecilia reticulata) are small but colorful fish. Their fins and bodies shine with red and light tones, giving that flamingo look. No two fish are the same; each has a slightly different pattern. They look bright in any tank and make it more lively.

These guppies are friendly and don’t fight with other calm fish. They are strong fish that can handle different water types, so even beginners can keep them without trouble. With simple care, they live 2–3 years and stay active most of the time.

Feeding is easy. They eat flakes, pellets, and also small frozen or live food like brine shrimp. Best to keep them in a group of five or more. If you add plants and hiding spots, they feel safe and may even breed on their own.

Features

• Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata

• Common Name: Flamingo Red Guppy

• Type: Livebearer

• Origin: Captive-bred

• Size: 5–6 cm (around 2 inches)

• Lifespan: 2–3 years

• Temperament: Peaceful

• Diet: Flakes, pellets, live/frozen food

• Water Temp: 22–27°C

• pH: 7.0–8.0

• Tank Size: 10 gallons minimum

Why Choose Flamingo Red Guppies

• Nice red and white color, not too common

• Hardy and simple for beginners

• Active swimmers, peaceful with other fish

• Can breed in home tanks

• Add good movement and brightness to water.

Tank Setup

• 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

Tank Mates

They mix well with:

• Neon Tetras

• Corydoras Catfish

• Mollies

• Platies

• Swordtails

Avoid bigger or aggressive fish that might bully or eat them.

Feeding

• Staple Food: high-quality flakes or pellets.

• Extras: Brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms (live or frozen)

• How often: Once or twice a day, only what they finish in a couple of minutes

Care Notes

• Keep at least 5–6 together.

• Add plants and cover so they don’t stress.

• Change water every week

• Don’t keep aggressive or fin-nipping fish.

FAQs

Which guppy is best for beginners?

Flamingo Red is a good one, easy and hardy.

Can I keep a betta with guppies?

Better not, betta might bite the fins.

What fish cannot live with guppies?

Big or aggressive fish like barbs or cichlids.

Can guppies live without an air pump?

If the water surface moves enough, yes. But an air pump helps.

Do guppies need a heater?

Yes, keep water warm around 22–27°C.

Why Choose Fish Hut Aqua

• Live arrival guarantee for all Red Flamingo Guppies for sale orders
  

• Trusted source for fancy guppy Australia collections
  

• Professional consultation on a breeding pair of guppies.
  

• Fast and secure shipping across Australia
  

• High-quality, locally bred Flamingo Red Guppy male and female pairs in Melbourne
  

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