[Lincoln L.]

Guppy fry are tiny, fragile, and require the right environment to grow into healthy, vibrant fish. Here’s how to give them the best start:

🏠 Tank Setup & Water Parameters
✅ Temperature: Keep the water between 78-82°F (25-28°C) for optimal growth. A stable, warm environment speeds up metabolism and helps fry develop properly.
✅ pH Levels: Maintain a pH between 6.8 and 7.8, as guppies thrive in slightly alkaline conditions.
✅ Ammonia & Nitrites: 0 ppm – Fry are extra sensitive to toxins, so ensure the tank is cycled and water is clean.
✅ Nitrates: Keep below 20 ppm with regular water changes.
✅ Filtration: Use a sponge filter to prevent fry from being sucked in while maintaining good water quality.

🏡 Protecting Fry from Predators
🔹 Separate from Adult Guppies – Adult guppies will eat their own fry, so a breeding box or separate grow-out tank is ideal.
🔹 Provide Hiding Places – Live plants like Java moss, water wisteria, and floating plants (duckweed, hornwort) give fry shelter.

🍽️ Feeding for Fast Growth
🔹 Frequency: Feed 3-5 times a day in small amounts. Guppy fry have fast metabolisms and need frequent nutrition.
🔹 Best Foods:

Crushed flake food, Baby brine shrimp (high in protein for rapid growth), Microworms or vinegar eels, Powdered fry food or crushed freeze-dried bloodworms.

💧 Water Changes & Maintenance
🔹 Perform small water changes (20-30%) every 2-3 days to maintain clean water without shocking the fry.
🔹 Use dechlorinated water at the same temperature as the tank to avoid stress.
🔹 Keep lighting on for 12-14 hours a day to support healthy development.

📏 When to Move Fry to the Main Tank
Guppy fry can be introduced into the main tank at 4-6 weeks old when they are big enough to avoid being eaten (about 1/2 inch in size).

With the right care, these tiny swimmers will grow into beautiful, healthy guppies in no time! 🐟💙

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