Metal Lace Guppy Breeders
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Metal Lace Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) — Care, ID & Requirements
Type: Domestic guppy variety (“metal” sheen with lace/reticulated pattern) · Adult size: ? ~3–3.5 cm; ? ~5–6 cm.
How to Identify a Metal Lace Guppy
- Metal sheen: Iridescent, reflective “metal” overlay on the body, especially head/upper body.
- Lace pattern: Fine, net-like reticulation on caudal/dorsal (often black on metallic base).
- Sexual dimorphism: Males smaller with large colorful caudal; females larger, gravid spot visible.
Water & Tank Parameters
| Temperature | 74–82 °F (23–28 °C) |
| pH | 7.0–8.2 |
| Hardness | Moderate–hard (guppies prefer mineral-rich water) |
| Tank size | 10 gal minimum; 20 gal+ for trios/colonies. |
| Flow | Gentle–moderate; provide floating plants and cover. |
Diet & Breeding
Diet: Quality livebearer/micro-pellets, spirulina flakes, and frozen/live foods for color and fertility.
Breeding: Livebearers; prolific. Separate fry or use dense plants if you want high survival. Maintain line with selective breeding.
Sources
- SeriouslyFish: Poecilia reticulata (species baseline).
- FishBase: Poecilia reticulata (taxonomy/distribution).
- Livebearer hobby literature (domestic strain care and water preferences).
