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Metallic Snakeskin Guppy (Pair) (Show)
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Not all guppy varieties are bred equal. Some are considered very difficult and show quality by our Thai breeders. The metallic snakeskin guppy is just one of those unique color patterns. Each pair is guaranteed to have one male and one female metallic snakeskin guppy.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Poecilia reticulata |
| Origin | Northern South America (captive-bred in Thailand) |
| 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 | Sold as a pair (1 male + 1 female) |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 1¼" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Give them a heater, a gentle filter and plenty of plants, including some floating plants where babies can hide. 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: Guppies get along with other small, peaceful fish such as platies, mollies, corydoras, small tetras and rasboras. Avoid fin-nippers like tiger barbs and larger fish that could eat them.
Breeding: Guppies are livebearers and breed easily. Females give birth to live babies about once a month, and adults will eat the babies, so thick plants give them a place to hide.
Good to know: Show-quality guppies keep their pattern best when bred only with their own variety.
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