Description
Elegance in Motion. The Crown Jewel of the Guppy World.
Introducing the breathtaking Dumbo Mosaic Guppy, a strain that combines two of the most sought-after traits in fancy guppies. Marvel at the enormous, ornate tail adorned with a intricate, mosaic-like pattern of deep blacks, vibrant blues, and fiery reds. Then, be captivated by their namesake "Dumbo" ears—massive, elegantly flapping pectoral fins that make them appear to float like butterflies through your aquarium. This is living art, perfected through selective breeding.
Key Features & Benefits:
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Double Feature Beauty: Experience the stunning Mosaic tail pattern combined with the unique Dumbo (Elephant Ear) pectoral fins for a guppy unlike any other.
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Captive Bred for Excellence: Our line is selectively bred for vibrant color, robust health, and those signature magnificent fins. They are adaptable and hardy.
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Constant Activity: Their graceful, flapping swimming motion is a mesmerizing display that brings life and movement to the top levels of your aquarium.
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Livebearer Ease: Perfect for hobbyists of all experience levels, from beginners to advanced breeders looking to work with a premium strain.
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Proven Breeders: A fertile pair will provide you with a steady supply of beautiful fry, allowing you to grow your collection or share with other enthusiasts.
Product Details:
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Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
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Common Name: Dumbo Mosaic Guppy, Elephant Ear Mosaic Guppy
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Origin: Captive Bred
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Temperament: Peaceful, lively, and social.
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Size: Males: 3-4cm, Females: 4-5cm
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What to Get: We recommend starting with a 1 Male & 2 Female trio to ensure a harmonious group and successful breeding. You will receive young, healthy, and sexually mature fish.
Care Guide:
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Recommended Tank Size: 40 litres / 10 US gallons minimum for a trio. Larger tanks are better for maintaining a colony.
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Water Parameters:
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Temperature: 22°C - 28°C (72°F - 82°F)
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pH: 7.0 - 8.0 (They appreciate harder, alkaline water)
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GH: Prefer moderate to hard water.
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Diet: Omnivore. Thrives on a varied diet of high-quality guppy flakes or micro-pellets, and frozen or live foods like brine shrimp or bloodworms for optimal color and health.
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Habitat Setup: A filtered, planted aquarium is ideal. Provide some floating plants to give fry a place to hide. Their long fins can be tempting to nippy tankmates, so choose companions carefully.
Who is this guppy for?
The Dumbo Mosaic Guppy is the ideal choice for:
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The aquarist who appreciates the pinnacle of fancy guppy breeding.
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Beginners looking for a beautiful, hardy, and rewarding fish.
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Breeders and hobbyists seeking a high-quality strain to work with.
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Anyone wanting to add a splash of color and elegant movement to a community tank.
Order with Confidence:
Your live fish order is handled with utmost care. We package all livestock with professional breather bags and insulated boxes, complete with heat or cold packs as needed to ensure a safe journey to your door.
⚠️ Please Note: The size, color, and pattern of livebearers can vary slightly from the parent stock. We strive to provide the highest quality specimens. Long-finned fish should only be kept with peaceful community fish to prevent fin nipping.
FAQ Section (Suggested for the product page):
Q: What is the best tank setup for these guppies?
A: A spacious, well-filtered planted tank is ideal. They appreciate gentle water flow due to their large fins. Include hiding spots for fry if you wish to breed them.
Q: What are good tank mates for fancy guppies?
A: Excellent peaceful companions include Corydoras catfish, Small Tetras (Neons, Embers), Endler's Livebearers, and peaceful shrimp. Avoid fin-nippers like Tiger Barbs or larger aggressive fish.
Q: How can I tell males from females?
A: Males are far more colorful with large dorsal and caudal (tail) fins, a slender body, and a gonopodium (modified anal fin). Females are larger with a rounded abdomen, are less colorful, and have a traditional fan-shaped anal fin.
Q: Will they breed in my tank?
A: Yes, very readily! They are livebearers, meaning the female gives birth to free-swimming fry. To increase fry survival, provide plenty of plants like Java Moss for them to hide in.
