Can two different types of guppies breed?

Yes. You can breed different types of guppies together. But it’s not always a good idea to do so. To explain why breeding different species may not be best, we must know how guppies mate and produce baby guppies.

How many guppies do you need to breed?

Select the fish you want to breed. Number of fish: Generally, you will want to select one male and two or three female guppies for breeding. When there is a ratio of one to one, the male often becomes aggressive, chasing the female around the tank.

What is the fastest way to breed guppies?

I also recommend having two or three females for each male guppy you have instead of a single pair. This way, while one of the females is pregnant, the male will breed with the other female. This will then give the pregnant guppy an easy time in the tank without the male chasing her trying to mate again.

What is the breeding cycle of guppies?

Number of Offspring A female guppy under optimal conditions can give birth every 30 days — and each batch of fry can range from 20 to 50 baby guppies. This combination of maturing rapidly, birthing live young and almost constant reproduction means guppies reproduce very rapidly.

How do you breed Fancy Guppies?

If you’re interested in breeding fancy guppies, start by buying some breeding stock in the strain you like best. Set up tanks for your breeding groups and their offspring. As the baby fish grow, provide proper care and food to help them reach their full potential.

How often do guppies have babies?

Number of Offspring. Once a female guppy is 2 or 3 months old, she tends to start giving birth. A female guppy under optimal conditions can give birth every 30 days — and each batch of fry can range from 20 to 50 baby guppies.

When do guppies mate?

Most female guppies first produce young ones at between 10 to 20 weeks of age, while males can mate and breed at seven (7) weeks. After the first breeding, your guppies can reproduce after every 30 days and continue reproducing up to around 20 months of age, which closely coincide with guppies average lifespan.

What are Fancy Guppies?

Fancy Guppies. These hardy colorful guppy fish add excitement and brilliance to the passive community aquarium. Unique color strains have been developed through selective breeding programs. Guppies stay small, under 2-1/2 inches in length, and will add interest and color to the small community aquarium.