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Freshwater fishMale Purple Haze Guppy
Male Purple Haze Guppy
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The purple haze male guppy displays a light blue to lavender color, and the tail is so reflective this variation is also called the diamond guppy.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Poecilia reticulata |
| Origin | Northern South America (captive-bred) |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | Up to 2" |
| Lifespan | 2–3 years |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Water Temperature | 72–82°F |
| pH | 7.0–8.0 |
| Group Size | Does best in a group |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 1" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Give them a heater, a gentle filter and plenty of plants. Guppies like slightly hard water.
Feeding: Feed a quality flake or small pellet once or twice a day, only as much as they eat in a couple of minutes. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
Tankmates: Male guppies get along with other small, peaceful fish such as platies, mollies, corydoras, small tetras and rasboras. Avoid fin-nippers like tiger barbs, which go after their long tails, and larger fish that could eat them.
Good to know: The purple and blue shades shine best under bright aquarium lighting.
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