Flame Guppy (Male & Female)
Flame Guppy — Male & Female Pair (Poecilia reticulata)
The Flame Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) is a vibrant, eye-catching livebearer known for its fiery red-orange coloration and peaceful community behavior. This beautiful strain is a standout in planted aquariums, community tanks, and nano setups, bringing constant energy with its bright colors, flowing fins, and active swimming.
This listing is for a male & female pair, perfect for hobbyists looking to breed this strain or start a colony. Guppies are prolific livebearers and the pair will reproduce readily in a well-maintained tank.
Key Features
- Fiery red-orange flame coloration with flowing fins
- Bright, eye-catching color and constant movement
- Peaceful and community-friendly
- Hardy and beginner-friendly
- Livebearer (gives birth to live young; breeds readily)
- Sold as a male & female pair
Care Guide
- Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
- Common Name: Flame Guppy
- Adult Size: ~1.5–2 inches
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Care Level: Easy
- Diet: Omnivore
- Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons
- Water Temperature: 72–82°F
- pH Range: 6.8–7.8
- Lifespan: 1–3 years
Ideal Tank Setup
Flame Guppies thrive in clean, stable water with gentle filtration and plenty of open swimming space. A planted aquarium with live or artificial plants gives them cover and comfort while letting their fiery coloration stand out. Keep them in groups for the best activity and color.
Recommended setup:
- Minimum 10-gallon aquarium
- Gentle filtration to protect their flowing fins
- Heater to maintain a stable 72–82°F
- Live or artificial plants for cover and natural beauty
- Open swimming areas
- Regular water changes for clean, stable conditions
Diet & Feeding
Flame Guppies are omnivores with hearty appetites. Offer a high-quality flake or micro-pellet as a staple, supplemented with frozen or live foods. Color-enhancing foods help intensify their fiery red-orange tones.
Recommended foods include:
- High-quality tropical flakes
- Micro-pellets
- Brine shrimp
- Daphnia
- Bloodworms
- Color-enhancing foods
Compatible Tank Mates
- Neon, Cardinal, and Ember Tetras
- Harlequin Rasboras
- Corydoras catfish
- Platies
- Mollies
- Otocinclus
- Honey gouramis
- Cherry shrimp
- Nerite and mystery snails
Avoid housing them with aggressive or fin-nipping fish that may damage their flowing fins.
Why Flame Guppies Stand Out
Flame Guppies are known for their fiery red-orange flame coloration, giving them a premium, eye-catching appearance. Their bright color and active swimming make them a striking centerpiece in any planted community tank.
Combining vivid beauty with hardiness and easy care, they are a rewarding choice for hobbyists of every experience level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Flame Guppies good for beginners?
Yes – they are hardy and easy to care for, making them excellent beginner fish.
Can they live in community tanks?
Yes – they are peaceful and do well with other calm community fish.
What makes this strain unique?
Flame Guppies are known for their fiery red flame coloration, giving them a premium, eye-catching appearance.
Do they breed easily?
Yes – guppies are livebearers and reproduce readily in aquariums, and this male/female pair makes breeding easy.
How big do they get?
They typically reach about 1.5–2 inches in length at maturity.
How are the fish shipped?
Each fish is carefully packed for safe transit with heat or cold packs as needed, and backed by our live arrival guarantee.
Available at Tropical Treasures Wyo
Shop healthy Flame Guppies at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Every fish is carefully selected and packed for safe transit, backed by our live arrival guarantee.
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