Full Gold Guppy

Description

Full Gold Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)

Radiating elegance from nose to tail, the Full Gold Guppy is one of the most luxurious designer guppy strains available. Covered in brilliant metallic gold across its entire body and fins, this premium variety shines under aquarium lighting, making it a spectacular centrepiece for planted aquariums and peaceful community tanks.

Quick Facts

  • Scientific name: Poecilia reticulata
  • Common name: Full Gold Guppy
  • Current size: Approximately 3.5 cm
  • Adult size: Approximately 4–6 cm
  • Tank size: 60L+ recommended
  • Difficulty: 🟒 Easy
  • Temperament: Peaceful
  • Available as: Male or Female

Is this for you?

βœ”οΈ Perfect if:

  • You appreciate premium metallic guppy strains.
  • You want a striking feature fish with brilliant golden colour.
  • You're creating a high-end planted community aquarium.
  • You're interested in breeding exceptional designer guppies.

❌ Avoid if:

  • You keep aggressive or fin-nipping fish.
  • You don't want livebearers that may reproduce.
  • Your aquarium has strong water currents.
  • You keep large predatory fish.

Why choose Full Gold Guppies?

The Full Gold Guppy is admired for its continuous metallic gold colouration that extends across the body, dorsal fin and tail. Unlike strains where only portions of the fish display gold, this variety is selectively bred to showcase a rich golden sheen from head to tail, creating a truly luxurious appearance.

Mature males develop brilliant metallic colours and flowing ornamental fins, while females are slightly larger with softer golden tones, making them ideal for maintaining and selectively breeding this exceptional bloodline.

Every Full Gold Guppy develops its own unique intensity of metallic gold, ensuring each individual possesses its own distinctive brilliance.

Benefits

  • Full-body metallic gold colouration
  • Premium selectively bred guppy strain
  • Brilliant reflective scales
  • Flowing ornamental fins
  • Hardy and beginner friendly
  • Excellent for planted aquariums and breeding projects

Care made simple

  • Temperature: 22–28Β°C
  • pH: 6.8–7.8
  • Diet: Quality micro pellets, flakes, algae-based foods, frozen foods and live foods
  • Water: Clean, stable and well-filtered with gentle water movement
  • Setup: Well-planted aquarium with floating plants and open swimming areas
  • If keeping both sexes, maintain approximately one male to two or three females.
  • Regular water changes and a varied, high-quality diet help maximise metallic colouration and maintain healthy finnage.

Pairs perfectly with

  • Corydoras pygmaeus
  • Honey Gouramis
  • Harlequin Rasboras
  • Otocinclus
  • Cherry Shrimp (with dense plant cover)
NTA Insight:
The Full Gold Guppy is most impressive when viewed under full-spectrum LED lighting, where the metallic scales produce an intense golden shimmer. A dark substrate and lush green aquatic plants create the perfect contrast, allowing the reflective gold colouration to stand out even more. Stable water quality and premium nutrition help maintain the depth and brilliance of this remarkable strain.

FAQ

Can I choose a male or female?

Yes. This listing allows you to select either a male or female, subject to current availability.

How big do Full Gold Guppies grow?

Adults typically reach around 4–6 cm, with males displaying brighter metallic colours and more elaborate ornamental fins.

Why are they called Full Gold Guppies?

Unlike many gold guppy strains that display colour only on parts of the body or fins, the Full Gold Guppy is selectively bred to exhibit metallic gold colouration across nearly the entire fish.

Are they suitable for beginners?

Absolutely. Full Gold Guppies are hardy, peaceful and easy to care for, making them an excellent choice for aquarists of all experience levels.

Do they breed easily?

Yes. Like all guppies, they are livebearers and breed readily under suitable aquarium conditions. Providing dense plants or Java Moss offers excellent protection for newborn fry and improves survival rates.

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    Description

    Full Gold Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)

    Radiating elegance from nose to tail, the Full Gold Guppy is one of the most luxurious designer guppy strains available. Covered in brilliant metallic gold across its entire body and fins, this premium variety shines under aquarium lighting, making it a spectacular centrepiece for planted aquariums and peaceful community tanks.

    Quick Facts

    • Scientific name: Poecilia reticulata
    • Common name: Full Gold Guppy
    • Current size: Approximately 3.5 cm
    • Adult size: Approximately 4–6 cm
    • Tank size: 60L+ recommended
    • Difficulty: 🟒 Easy
    • Temperament: Peaceful
    • Available as: Male or Female

    Is this for you?

    βœ”οΈ Perfect if:

    • You appreciate premium metallic guppy strains.
    • You want a striking feature fish with brilliant golden colour.
    • You're creating a high-end planted community aquarium.
    • You're interested in breeding exceptional designer guppies.

    ❌ Avoid if:

    • You keep aggressive or fin-nipping fish.
    • You don't want livebearers that may reproduce.
    • Your aquarium has strong water currents.
    • You keep large predatory fish.

    Why choose Full Gold Guppies?

    The Full Gold Guppy is admired for its continuous metallic gold colouration that extends across the body, dorsal fin and tail. Unlike strains where only portions of the fish display gold, this variety is selectively bred to showcase a rich golden sheen from head to tail, creating a truly luxurious appearance.

    Mature males develop brilliant metallic colours and flowing ornamental fins, while females are slightly larger with softer golden tones, making them ideal for maintaining and selectively breeding this exceptional bloodline.

    Every Full Gold Guppy develops its own unique intensity of metallic gold, ensuring each individual possesses its own distinctive brilliance.

    Benefits

    • Full-body metallic gold colouration
    • Premium selectively bred guppy strain
    • Brilliant reflective scales
    • Flowing ornamental fins
    • Hardy and beginner friendly
    • Excellent for planted aquariums and breeding projects

    Care made simple

    • Temperature: 22–28Β°C
    • pH: 6.8–7.8
    • Diet: Quality micro pellets, flakes, algae-based foods, frozen foods and live foods
    • Water: Clean, stable and well-filtered with gentle water movement
    • Setup: Well-planted aquarium with floating plants and open swimming areas
    • If keeping both sexes, maintain approximately one male to two or three females.
    • Regular water changes and a varied, high-quality diet help maximise metallic colouration and maintain healthy finnage.

    Pairs perfectly with

    • Corydoras pygmaeus
    • Honey Gouramis
    • Harlequin Rasboras
    • Otocinclus
    • Cherry Shrimp (with dense plant cover)
    NTA Insight:
    The Full Gold Guppy is most impressive when viewed under full-spectrum LED lighting, where the metallic scales produce an intense golden shimmer. A dark substrate and lush green aquatic plants create the perfect contrast, allowing the reflective gold colouration to stand out even more. Stable water quality and premium nutrition help maintain the depth and brilliance of this remarkable strain.

    FAQ

    Can I choose a male or female?

    Yes. This listing allows you to select either a male or female, subject to current availability.

    How big do Full Gold Guppies grow?

    Adults typically reach around 4–6 cm, with males displaying brighter metallic colours and more elaborate ornamental fins.

    Why are they called Full Gold Guppies?

    Unlike many gold guppy strains that display colour only on parts of the body or fins, the Full Gold Guppy is selectively bred to exhibit metallic gold colouration across nearly the entire fish.

    Are they suitable for beginners?

    Absolutely. Full Gold Guppies are hardy, peaceful and easy to care for, making them an excellent choice for aquarists of all experience levels.

    Do they breed easily?

    Yes. Like all guppies, they are livebearers and breed readily under suitable aquarium conditions. Providing dense plants or Java Moss offers excellent protection for newborn fry and improves survival rates.

    Live Arrival & Ordering FAQ

    Why do livestock prices sometimes change?

    Unlike manufactured products, fish and shrimp continue to grow and develop over time. Their value changes as they increase in size, develop colour, or become breeding pairs.

    Our prices are based on the current size, quality and availability of each specimen. While pricing often remains stable for around 3–4 months, it may be updated at any time to reflect these changes.

    We always aim to offer healthy, high-quality livestock at fair and competitive prices.

    Do you offer a live arrival guarantee?

    Yes. All livestock is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.

    In the rare event of DOA, please contact us promptly with clear photos of the livestock in the original unopened bag.

    Please review our full DOA and store policies before purchase.

    Can you ship to all states in Australia?

    No. Due to state restrictions, we cannot ship livestock or live plants to WA and TAS.

    What should I check before ordering?

    Before placing an order, make sure:

    • Your tank is fully cycled and stable
    • Your aquarium has enough space for the species
    • Your current livestock are compatible in temperament, size, and requirements
    • Your water parameters, habitat, and temperature suit the species
    • You are not adding too many fish at once
    What should I expect when my fish arrives?

    It is normal for fish, shrimp, or snails to look pale, stressed, or less active after shipping.

    This is temporary. Most livestock will settle and regain colour within a few days.

    How long does it take for fish to settle in?

    Most livestock will take 3–7 days to fully adjust to their new environment.

    Should I feed my fish immediately after arrival?

    No. We recommend waiting 24 hours before feeding to allow them to settle.

    If you already have fish in your tank, feeding them before introducing new arrivals can help reduce stress.

    Why do fish sometimes struggle after being added to a tank?

    In most cases, issues are caused by tank conditions, not shipping.

    • Uncycled or unstable tanks
    • Poor water parameters
    • Overstocking
    • Unsuitable tank mates
    What is Nano Tanks Australia’s main tip for new livestock?

    Most livestock losses happen in immature or unstable tanks, not during shipping.

    If your setup is not fully established, the risk to new arrivals is significantly higher.

    Not sure if this fish is right for your setup?

    If you are unsure whether this species suits your setup, contact us before ordering and we’ll help point you in the right direction.

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