The Guppy Dumbo Platinum, selected ornamental variety of the Reticulata poecilia, it is one of the most appreciated tropical fish in the aquarium for its combination of elegance, ease of breeding and lively behavior.

This variety stands out for the platinum color body, characterized by silvery metallic reflections that give the fish a bright and refined appearance. The main feature of the dumbo line is instead represented by very large and developed pectoral fins, which are considerably larger than those of common guppies and that during swimming produce an elegant and undulating movement.

Males have more intense colors and more developed fins, while females are generally larger but with more sober livery. This morphological difference is typical of the species and takes the name of sexual dimorphism.

The Reticulata poecilia originating from the tropical regions of South America North America, where he lives in small waterways, streams and swampy areas rich in vegetation. In nature he attended calm and shallow waters, often rich in aquatic plants and organic material.

In the aquarium the Guppy Dumbo Platinum is very appreciated for his great adaptability, peaceful character and extraordinary ease of reproduction, Quality that make it ideal for both community aquariums and tanks dedicated to vivipari fish.

Ideal habitat in the aquarium

To maintain the Guppy Dumbo Platinum in optimal conditions it is advisable to set up an aquarium that reproduces a tropical environment with stable water, abundant vegetation and moderate current.

The presence of aquatic plants is particularly important because it provides natural shelters, reduces stress and promotes the survival of the fry.

Recommended minimum volume

At least 60 liters for a small group of specimens. Larger tanks offer greater stability of chemical parameters and better water quality.

Filtration

Efficient biological filter with moderate or weak flow. Guppies prefer relatively calm waters and do not love too strong currents.

Bottom

Fine sand or non-sharp rounded gravel. A dark substrate helps enhance the brilliant coloring of the body.

Furniture

Natural woods, smooth rocks and aquatic plants create a balanced environment and offer hiding places useful especially during reproduction.

Lighting

Moderate or medium-intense lighting, useful for supporting plant growth and highlighting the metallic reflections of the fish.

Chemical water parameters

The Guppy Dumbo Platinum is a relatively tolerant species, but thrives better in stable, slightly alkaline water and average hardness.

Temperature:
22 - 26 ° C

ph:
6.8 - 8.0

Gh:
8 - 15 DGH

Conductivity:
300 - 800 μs / cm

Ammonia / nitrite:
0 mg / l

Nitrates:
preferably less than 25 mg / l

To maintain a healthy environment it is recommended to make partial water changes of 20-30% every 1-2 weeks.

Behavior and coexistence

The Guppy Dumbo Platinum is a fish pacific, active and social, perfectly suited to life in community aquariums with species of similar dimensions and quiet temperament.

It is advisable to keep a report of at least one male every two or three females, in order to distribute the intense male courtship activity and reduce stress on females.

Compatible species include:

• Platy

• Portaspada

• Corydoras

• Rasbora

• small peaceful tetra

• Otocinclus

• freshwater shrimp

• aquatic snails

It is advisable to avoid cohabitation with aggressive fish or hit-fins, which could damage the guppies ornamental fins.

Among the species not recommended:

• tiger barbi

• tetra Serpae

• betta splendens

• territorial cichlids

Power

The Guppy Dumbo Platinum is omnivore and easily accepts different types of food.

To ensure healthy growth and intense colors it is advisable to offer a varied diet composed of:

• dried feed in scales or quality microgranules

• artemia Salina live or frozen

• daphnia

• aquatic insect larvae

• spirulina vegetable foods

It is preferable to feed fish 1-2 times a day with small quantities, avoiding excesses that could compromise the quality of the water.

Recommended plants

Aquatic plants play a fundamental role in the Guppy Aquarium, improving water quality and offering natural shelters.

Particularly suitable species include:

• Ceratophyllum demersum

• Limnophila Sessiflora

• Hygrophila Polysperma

• Dense egeria

• Bacopa Caroliniana

• Sagittaria Subulata

• Microsorum Pteropus

• Anubias barteri

Floating plants are particularly useful because they offer protection to the fry and natural shadow areas.

Reproduction

The Guppy Dumbo Platinum is a fish ovoviviparous, that is, females give birth to small completely formed instead of laying eggs.

The gestation lasts generally 21-30 days and an adult female can give birth to 20-50 fry for nidiatta.

To promote the survival of the small it is advisable:

• maintain a thick vegetation

• avoid childbirth salt too small and stressful

• food fry with microcibo or artemia naupli

The fry grow rapidly and can reach sexual maturity in about 3-4 months.

Longevity

In optimal farming conditions the Guppy Dumbo Platinum can live on average 2 - 3 years, with variations related to genetic quality and aquarium management.

Shipping kit in the purchase of shrimp and snails

Expeditions of live animals (shrimp, snails, crustaceans and other invertebrates) are carried out only Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, to guarantee optimal transport conditions and minimize the times of stock.

For each order containing live animals it is mandatory to add the shipping kit, designed to ensure maximum protection during transport. The kit includes:

• Polystyrene container with high thermal insulation
• Double protective bag with oxygenation
• Thermal warmer (included in the coldest months)

Important: Acquarioshop.it is not responsible for any delays in delivery caused by the courier, adverse weather conditions or other external events not attributable to The Ark of Zin Fabio.

Furthermore, it is not possible to predict the compatibility between the water of our breeding and that of your aquarium, since we do not know the specific chemical-physical parameters of each domestic tank. For this reason, we recommend a gradual acclimatization of at least an hour, introducing small amounts of water of the aquarium in the shipping bag every 5-10 minutes. During this process, it is recommended immerse the bag in the aquarium to allow a correct stabilization of the temperature before the final release.