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Kohaku Koi Guppy
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Description
About Kohaku Koi Guppy
Kohaku Koi Guppies are a selectively bred guppy variety inspired by the colour pattern of Kohaku Koi, typically displaying a striking combination of white, red and orange colouration.
Males generally display the strongest and most elaborate colour patterns, with red or orange markings contrasting against a pale or white body. Their flowing tails and vibrant colour make them an excellent feature fish for planted community aquariums.
Guppies are hardy, active and relatively easy to keep, making them suitable for beginner and experienced aquarists. They are livebearers and can reproduce readily in a suitable aquarium.
Kohaku Koi Guppies appreciate clean, well-filtered water, good swimming space and a varied diet. They can be kept in community aquariums with other peaceful species of similar size.
Quick Care Guide
Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
Common Name: Kohaku Koi Guppy
Family: Poeciliidae
Type: Freshwater Livebearer
Adult Size: Males 3–4 cm / Females 4–6 cm
Temperament: Peaceful
Care Level: Easy
Minimum Group: 3+
Temperature: 22–28°C
pH: 6.8–8.0
Water Hardness: Moderate to Hard
Diet: Omnivore
Tank Level: Midwater to Upper Levels
Suitable For: Community aquariums, planted tanks and livebearer setups
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Kohaku Koi Guppies easy to keep?
Yes. Guppies are hardy and adaptable, making them an excellent choice for beginner freshwater aquariums.
How do Kohaku Koi Guppies get their colour?
Kohaku Koi is a selectively bred colour strain. The exact pattern and colour intensity can vary between individual fish, with some displaying more extensive red or orange markings than others.
Can Kohaku Koi Guppies breed?
Yes. Guppies are livebearers and reproduce readily. Females can give birth to live, free-swimming fry.
Can Kohaku Koi Guppies live with other fish?
Yes. They are peaceful community fish and can be kept with other similarly sized, non-aggressive species.
What do Kohaku Koi Guppies eat?
They accept quality tropical flakes and small pellets, supplemented with foods such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia and other frozen or live foods.
Common Mistakes
Keeping only one fish
Guppies are social and are generally best kept with other guppies.
Keeping too many males with females
Male guppies can constantly pursue females. A ratio of approximately 1 male to 2–3 females can help distribute attention.
Using very soft water
Guppies generally prefer harder, mineral-rich water compared with many South American species.
Overfeeding
Feed small amounts and avoid allowing excess food to accumulate.
Allowing uncontrolled breeding
Guppies can produce large numbers of fry. Provide a plan for managing offspring if keeping mixed sexes.
Shipping & delivery
This product is for in-store purchase only. Available for in-store pickup.
Returns
We stand behind everything we sell. If something is not right, get in touch and we will make it right. See our returns policy for the details.
Care & quarantine
This fish has been through our dedicated quarantine system and is feeding, settled and health-checked before sale. We still recommend acclimating slowly and quarantining new additions at home. Our team is happy to talk you through the right setup - just ask.
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