{"product_id":"blue-grass-guppy-poecilia-reticulata-bredby-aquatic-arts","title":"Blue Grass Guppy (Poecilia reticulata), BREDBY: Aquatic Arts","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFor the safety of our animals, we now ship live fish exclusively via UPS 1 Day Service. If your order contains this item, you will only see UPS 1 Day as a shipping option during checkout. *\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Grass Guppy\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking and graceful addition to any aquarium, showcasing a shimmering blue body with intricate, grass-like patterning on its tail. Bred in-house at Aquatic Arts, these guppies are a testament to high-quality selective breeding, offering not only vibrant beauty but also adaptability and resilience. 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These guppies are highly adaptable, thriving in a variety of water conditions and making them an excellent choice for both novice and experienced aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen kept in groups, these guppies display fascinating social behaviors, adding life and activity to any tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat We Like About This Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eGraceful Blue Pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e: Intricate tail design and shimmering blue body create a striking visual.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eHardy and Adaptable\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thrives in various water conditions and tank setups.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eActive and Peaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e: A lively yet harmonious addition to community tanks.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eGreat for Breeding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perfect for aquarists interested in selective breeding projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquascaping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Grass Guppies thrive in aquariums with plenty of plants and open swimming spaces. 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