Guppy Breeding Guide

• Guppies are livebearers, meaning they give birth to free-swimming fry instead of laying eggs. One interesting fact about females is their ability to store sperm from males for several months, allowing them to give birth multiple times without further mating.
• Females can give birth every 28-30 days and can continue to deliver fry for up to 34 months after a single mating. It’s crucial to separate the fry from adult guppies if you want to increase survival rates, as adults may eat them.

Selective Breeding:

• Selective breeding is common among guppy enthusiasts who want to develop specific traits like unique colors or fancy fin shapes. Males and females are chosen based on these desired characteristics, and breeders often keep track of genetic lines to produce fancy guppies with vibrant colors and long, flowing tails.
• Due to their prolific breeding, it’s important to monitor the population in your tank to avoid overcrowding, which can stress the fish.