Fancy Guppy Pair - Dumbo Green Dragon

Dumbo Green Dragon Guppy is a striking and popular variety of guppy (Poecilia reticulata), known for its unique appearance and peaceful temperament. Here's a detailed overview of this beautiful fish:

Appearance

• Dumbo Ears: Named for its large, elephant-like pectoral fins that resemble ears.
• Coloration: The "Green Dragon" variant typically features a shimmering green body with iridescent scales and a complex, multicolored tail that may include hues of blue, red, and orange 
• Size: Grows up to 2 inches (5 cm) in length.
• Tail Types: Can vary—fan-shaped, delta, or swordtail depending on the strain.

Tank Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons for a small group.
• Water Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C).
• pH Range: 6.8–7.5.
• Water Hardness: 8–12 dGH.
• Filtration: Gentle filtration is ideal to avoid stressing their delicate fins.
• Decor: Live or silk plants, hiding spots, and open swimming areas are recommended.

Diet

• Omnivorous: Requires a mix of algae-based flakes and protein-rich foods.
• Recommended Foods: High-quality flake food, freeze-dried bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, and blanched vegetables like spinach or zucchini 

Breeding

• Livebearers: They give birth to live fry every 4–6 weeks.
• Breeding Tips:
  • Use floating plants or breeding boxes to protect fry from being eaten.
  • Feed fry with baby brine shrimp or finely crushed flakes.

Temperament & Tank Mates

• Peaceful: Ideal for community tanks.
• Good Companions: Other guppies, mollies, platies, tetras, and corydoras catfish.
• Avoid: Aggressive or fin-nipping species.