{"product_id":"koi-guppy-pair","title":"Koi Guppy Pair","description":"\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\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoi Guppy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a selectively bred ornamental variety of the common guppy (\u003cem\u003ePoecilia reticulata\u003c\/em\u003e), prized for its vivid coloration that resembles Japanese koi carp. It is a small, hardy, freshwater tropical fish widely kept in home aquariums due to its peaceful nature, adaptability, and ease of care. Koi guppies are livebearers and are known for their active swimming behavior and prolific reproduction.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\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\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eKoi guppies display a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elight-colored base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (white, cream, or silver) overlaid with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eirregular patches of red, orange, yellow, and black\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, mimicking traditional koi patterns. Color distribution varies by strain and individual fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are smaller but far more colorful, with long, flowing dorsal and caudal fins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFemales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are larger, deeper-bodied, and typically less colorful, though modern lines may show tail coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eAdult size ranges from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.5–2.5 inches (4–6 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e depending on sex and genetics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌍\u003c\/span\u003e Origin \u0026amp; Genetics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoi guppies do\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enot occur in the wild\u003c\/strong\u003e. They originated through\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eselective breeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof wild guppies from South America, particularly strains native to Venezuela, Trinidad, and surrounding regions. Breeders intentionally emphasized red, white, and black pigment genes to resemble koi carp patterns (such as Kohaku and Sanke).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenetically, koi guppies are fully compatible with other\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePoecilia reticulata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estrains and will crossbreed freely, often producing variable or diluted coloration in offspring unless selectively bred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eParameter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMinimum 10 gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e72–78°F (22–26°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003epH Level\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e7.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp 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","brand":"Tropical Vibes Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"2","offer_id":63312586342769,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3","offer_id":63312586375537,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4","offer_id":63312586408305,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5","offer_id":63312586441073,"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_025944434.PORTRAIT.ORIGINAL.jpg?v=1774492759","url":"https:\/\/www.tvaqua.com\/products\/koi-guppy-pair","provider":"Tropical Vibes Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}