{"product_id":"black-moscow-guppy-pair","title":"Black Moscow Guppy Pair","description":"\u003cdiv data-marko-key=\"@container s0-2-11\" class=\"x-item-description-child\" data-testid=\"x-item-description-child\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-marko-key=\"@container s0-2-11\" class=\"x-item-description-child\" data-testid=\"x-item-description-child\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🚚\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cb\u003eShipping Schedule for Live Aquatic Life\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship live aquatic animals exclusively on \u003cb\u003eMondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays\u003c\/b\u003e to ensure timely and safe delivery. Please note that this schedule may shift due to holidays or unexpected events.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce your package is in the hands of the postal service, transit times are beyond our control. In the rare event that your aquatic life arrives deceased, please follow the steps outlined in our Live Arrival Guarantee to request a claim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll fish are fasted for at least 24 hours prior to shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐠\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cb\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe take great care in shipping your aquatic life, but please note that with any live animal delivery, there is a possibility of loss upon arrival (Dead on Arrival or DOA). Should this occur, we require a clear photo of the affected fish inside their original, unopened packaging on the \u003ci\u003esame day\u003c\/i\u003e they are received to process a DOA claim. Purchasing this item indicates your agreement to follow this protocol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce the fish are introduced into their tank, responsibility for their well-being lies with the owner. We are unable to offer refunds for losses occurring after delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📦\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cb\u003eImportant Delivery Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you won’t be home to receive the package, we strongly recommend arranging with the courier to hold it for pickup. Leaving the package outside in extreme temperatures may compromise the health of your new aquatic companion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecie characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eblack guppy\u003c\/strong\u003e refers to a color variation of the guppy fish (\u003cem\u003ePoecilia reticulata\u003c\/em\u003e), which is a popular freshwater aquarium species. These guppies are known for their striking dark coloration, often appearing in shades of deep black or with metallic undertones.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly black, sometimes with metallic or iridescent highlights on the body or fins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adult males are usually smaller (1.5–2 inches), while females are larger (up to 2.5 inches).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can have long, flowing tails (like delta or veil tail) or shorter fins depending on the strain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender and streamlined, typical of guppies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌍\u003c\/span\u003e Origin \u0026amp; Genetics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGuppies (\u003cem\u003ePoecilia reticulata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) are native to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enortheastern South America\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including Venezuela, Guyana, and Trinidad.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eblack color morph\u003c\/strong\u003e is not found in wild populations; it was developed through \u003cstrong\u003eselective breeding\u003c\/strong\u003e by aquarists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eBreeders aimed to enhance \u003cstrong\u003emelanin expression\u003c\/strong\u003e to achieve a solid black appearance, leading to strains like \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Moscow\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Lace\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eFull Black\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Genes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuppy coloration is controlled by multiple genes, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMelanin genes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(responsible for black pigment).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModifier genes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethat influence pigment distribution and intensity.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Moscow strain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Often linked to a dominant gene that enhances melanin and suppresses other colors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolygenic Trait:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black coloration is influenced by several genes, making it complex to maintain pure black lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSex-linked traits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some color genes are carried on the X chromosome, so males and females may express colors differently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e😇\u003c\/span\u003e Temperament\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful, social, and active swimmers.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for community tanks with other non-aggressive species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very active and curious, often seen exploring the tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏡\u003c\/span\u003e Tank Requirements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp 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class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e8–12 dGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFiltration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGentle but effective\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eModerate to bright\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Quality\u003c\/b\u003e: Stable parameters are crucial. Avoid sudden changes in temperature or pH.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/b\u003e: Fine gravel or sand works well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlants\u003c\/b\u003e: Live plants like \u003cb\u003eJava moss\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eAnubias\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eHornwort\u003c\/b\u003e provide shelter and improve water quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDecor\u003c\/b\u003e: Include hiding spots like driftwood, rocks, or small caves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍽️\u003c\/span\u003e Diet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType\u003c\/b\u003e: Omnivorous.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStaple Foods\u003c\/b\u003e: High-quality \u003cb\u003eflake food\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003emicro pellets\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSupplements\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"circle\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLive\/Frozen Foods\u003c\/b\u003e: Brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVegetables\u003c\/b\u003e: Blanched spinach, zucchini, or peas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFeeding Frequency\u003c\/b\u003e: 2–3 times daily in small portions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🛠️\u003c\/span\u003e Tank Setup Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUse a \u003cb\u003esponge filter\u003c\/b\u003e or gentle HOB filter to avoid fin damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMaintain a \u003cb\u003eregular cleaning schedule\u003c\/b\u003e—weekly water changes of 25–30%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdd \u003cb\u003efloating plants\u003c\/b\u003e to diffuse light and reduce stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eConsider a \u003cb\u003eheater\u003c\/b\u003e to maintain consistent temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAvoid overcrowding, stick to the rule of \u003cb\u003e1 inch of fish per gallon\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tropical Vibes Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"2","offer_id":63312586735985,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3","offer_id":63312586768753,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4","offer_id":63312586801521,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5","offer_id":63312586834289,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/7830\/9489\/files\/PXL_20260325_030022410.PORTRAIT.ORIGINAL.jpg?v=1774492407","url":"https:\/\/www.tvaqua.com\/products\/black-moscow-guppy-pair","provider":"Tropical Vibes Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}