{"product_id":"blue-dragon-guppy-poecilia-reticulata-tank-bred","title":"Blue Dragon Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) – Tank Bred","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"396\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"203\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFor the safety of our animals, we now ship live fish exclusively via UPS Next Day Air. If your order contains this item, you will only see UPS Next Day Air as a shipping option during checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"808\" class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"423\"\u003eBlue Dragon Guppy\u003c\/strong\u003e is a breathtaking variety of guppy that features a metallic sky-blue body, deep sapphire tail, and intricate dragon-scale patterning along its flanks. These guppies are tank-bred and display incredible coloration and finage that make them stand out in any aquarium. Their vibrant colors, active behavior, and ease of care make them an excellent addition to planted or community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"813\" class=\"\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"854\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eWhat We Love About This Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"1238\" class=\"\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eRadiant Blue Coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e: Males boast a shimmering blue body with dragon-scale pattern and long, flowing fins.\u003cbr data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"997\"\u003ePeaceful and Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e: Suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists.\u003cbr data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003eGreat for Breeding Projects\u003c\/strong\u003e: A prolific livebearer that adds motion and beauty to any tank.\u003cbr data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eActive and Social\u003c\/strong\u003e: Constantly swimming and engaging with their surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1243\" class=\"\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eNatural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1481\" class=\"\"\u003eWhile guppies like the Blue Dragon are bred in aquariums, their wild ancestors originate from freshwater streams and pools in South America. These waters are typically slow-moving, warm, and densely vegetated. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1486\" class=\"\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003eAquascaping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1930\" class=\"\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003ePlants\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal choices include Java Moss, Hornwort, Water Sprite, and Amazon Sword. Floating plants like Frogbit or Duckweed help reduce light intensity and offer cover.\u003cbr data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eHardscape\u003c\/strong\u003e: Smooth river stones, lava rock, and Malaysian driftwood create an ideal setup without sharp edges.\u003cbr data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003eBotanicals\u003c\/strong\u003e: Indian Almond Leaves and Alder Cones can help support overall fish health by releasing beneficial tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1935\" class=\"\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003eDiet and Feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2170\" class=\"\"\u003eThese guppies are omnivores and thrive on a varied diet. Feed high-quality flakes or micro pellets as a staple, with supplements of baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms to enhance color and vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2175\" class=\"\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2214\"\u003eTank Mates and Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2446\" class=\"\"\u003eBlue Dragon Guppies are peaceful and compatible with most other non-aggressive fish. Ideal tank mates include small tetras, rasboras, corydoras, snails, and other livebearers. Avoid housing with fin-nippers or aggressive species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2451\" class=\"\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003eShrimp Safe?:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2628\" class=\"\"\u003eGenerally safe with adult freshwater shrimp, though guppies may eat very small shrimp or shrimplets. Provide dense cover or moss to protect baby shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2630\" data-end=\"2633\" class=\"\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2635\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2639\" data-end=\"2652\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2844\" class=\"\"\u003eLivebearers that breed readily in captivity. Males display courtship behavior and females give birth to live young after a 4-week gestation. 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