{"title":"Guppies","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"mixed-guppy-assorted","title":"Mixed Guppy - Assorted","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eGuppies (Poecilia reticulata) are renowned for their vibrant colours and intricate patterns. Males typically display vivid hues such as red, blue, green, orange, and yellow, often arranged in striking patterns like stripes, spots, or speckles. Their iridescent sheen adds to their visual appeal as they swim gracefully through the water. Females, in contrast, are generally larger and exhibit more subdued, monochromatic tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eGuppies are hardy and adaptable fish that thrive under typical freshwater tropical aquarium conditions. They do especially well in planted tanks, where dense foliage provides shelter and helps reduce stress. They prefer stable, warm water and will generally show their best colouration and activity when kept in consistent conditions. Their small size makes them suitable for smaller aquariums, though they always appreciate extra swimming space and cover. Due to their size, it’s best to avoid housing guppies with larger predatory fish. They thrive best when kept with similarly sized, peaceful community fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eKnown for their peaceful demeanour, guppies coexist harmoniously with other gentle fish in community setups. They are highly active and curious, constantly exploring their surroundings, grazing biofilm, and interacting with one another. Males may occasionally display or chase during social and breeding behaviour, but serious aggression is rare. They use all areas of the aquarium and will often gather near the surface around feeding time. Guppies breed readily without special preparation as long as both sexes are present. Females give birth to live fry roughly every 23–30 days and can store sperm for later fertilisation, leading to ongoing reproduction even without males present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGuppies are omnivorous, readily accepting a wide range of commercially available foods. Due to their small mouths, flake foods are best crushed before feeding. High-quality options such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-community-crave-krill-spirulina-flakes\" title=\"Xtreme Community Crave\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Community Crave Flakes\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-nice-crumble-naturally-intense-color-enhancer-sinking-crumble-70g\" title=\"Xtreme Crumble\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Nice Crumble\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003emake excellent staples, providing balanced nutrition in a size suitable for both adults and growing fish. A varied diet including vegetable matter and occasional live or frozen foods will further support optimal health and colouration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBreeding Behaviour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eLivebearers, such as guppies, are some of the easiest fish to breed in the aquarium hobby. Unlike egg-laying species, livebearers give birth to fully-formed, free-swimming fry, making the process simple but also potentially overwhelming due to how quickly populations can grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eMales constantly court females by displaying their colourful fins and using their gonopodium (a modified anal fin) to transfer sperm. Females can store sperm internally for several months, meaning a single successful mating can result in multiple batches of fry without needing a male present for every pregnancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eOnce pregnant, the female will begin to develop a gravid spot, a dark area near her anal fin, and her belly will grow much rounder. Gestation usually lasts around 4 weeks, depending on temperature and conditions. Just before giving birth, the female may isolate herself in a quiet area of the tank or behave restlessly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhen she gives birth, the fry are immediately free-swimming and capable of feeding on tiny foods such as powdered fry food, crushed flakes, or baby brine shrimp. However, adult fish (including the parents) will often eat the newborn fry if given the chance. To improve survival rates, provide dense plants like java moss, hornwort, guppy grass, or fast-growing floating plants for hiding, or move the pregnant female to a separate breeding tank shortly before she gives birth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFemales can give birth to anywhere from a handful of fry to 50 or more in a single batch, depending on their size, age, and health, and in some occasions these numbers can reach 100. After giving birth, she can be returned to the main tank, while the fry remain in their own tank or nursery area until they are large enough to avoid being eaten.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Male 3-5cm","offer_id":44167465599147,"sku":"guppy-male-3-5cm","price":5.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Female 3-5cm","offer_id":44167465631915,"sku":"guppy-female-3-5cm","price":4.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Trio (1M 2F) 3-5cm","offer_id":44957513941163,"sku":"guppy-trio-3-5cm","price":13.34,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/6712\/1835\/files\/Guppies.png?v=1770457669"},{"product_id":"24k-gold-guppy","title":"24K Gold Guppy","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe 24K Gold Guppy is a distinguished variant of Poecilia reticulata, achieved through meticulous selective breeding over several years. The 24K Full Gold Guppy showcases a shimmering golden pattern that adorns its entire body and fins. Females typically exhibit larger body size and shorter fins compared to their male counterparts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThey are known for their peaceful demeanour and are best housed with tankmates of comparable temperament. While hardy and tolerant of minor fluctuations in water parameters, diligent monitoring of temperature, pH levels, and nutrient content is advisable. Due to the maximum size of this community fish it is \u003cspan\u003eit's advised to avoid housing these Guppies with larger predatory fish. They thrive best when kept among similarly sized or smaller fish, as well as other peaceful community fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eGuppies are relatively straightforward to breed, even for beginners in aquarists. Optimal breeding setups should include floating plants and a breeding box to safeguard fry from potential predation by adult fish. Proper nutrition for fry includes brine shrimp, micro food, and crushed flakes, as adult guppies may consume them if unprotected. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGuppies are omnivorous, readily accepting a wide range of commercially available foods. Due to their small mouths, flake foods are best crushed before feeding. High-quality options such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-community-crave-krill-spirulina-flakes\" title=\"Xtreme Community Crave\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Community Crave Flakes\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-nice-crumble-naturally-intense-color-enhancer-sinking-crumble-70g\" title=\"Xtreme Crumble\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Nice Crumble\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003emake excellent staples, providing balanced nutrition in a size suitable for both adults and growing fish. A varied diet including vegetable matter and occasional live or frozen foods will further support optimal health and colouration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBreeding Behaviour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eLivebearers, such as guppies are some of the easiest fish to breed in the aquarium hobby. Unlike egg-laying species, livebearers give birth to fully-formed, free-swimming fry, making the process simple but also potentially overwhelming due to how quickly populations can grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eMales constantly court females by displaying their colourful fins and using their gonopodium (a modified anal fin) to transfer sperm. Females can store sperm internally for several months, meaning a single successful mating can result in multiple batches of fry without needing a male present for every pregnancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eOnce pregnant, the female will begin to develop a gravid spot, a dark area near her anal fin and her belly will grow much rounder. Gestation usually lasts around 4 weeks, depending on species and temperature. Just before giving birth, the female may isolate herself in a quiet area of the tank or behave restlessly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhen she gives birth, the fry are immediately free-swimming and capable of feeding on tiny foods such as powdered fry food, crushed flakes, or baby brine shrimp. However, adult fish (including the parents) will often eat the newborn fry if given the chance. To improve survival rates, provide dense plants like java moss, hornwort, guppy grass, or any fast growing floating plant for hiding, or move the pregnant female to a separate breeding tank shortly before she gives birth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFemales can give birth to anywhere from a handful of fry to 50 or more in a single batch, depending on their size, age, and health, in some occasions these numbers can reach 100. After giving birth, she can be returned to the main tank, while the fry remain in their own tank or nursery area until they are large enough to avoid being eaten.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Male 3-5cm","offer_id":44176624844971,"sku":"24k-gold-guppy-male-3-5cm","price":12.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Female 3-5cm","offer_id":44176624877739,"sku":"24k-gold-guppy-female-3-5cm","price":11.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Trio (1m 2F) 3-5cm","offer_id":45689863930027,"sku":"24k-gold-guppy-trio-3-5cm","price":33.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/6712\/1835\/files\/24K_Gold_Guppy.png?v=1770457531"},{"product_id":"moscow-x-cobra-guppy-assorted","title":"Moscow x Cobra Guppy - Assorted","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"529\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMoscow Guppies are prized for their metallic, iridescent colours and glossy, reflective scales. Popular colour varieties include Blue Moscow (metallic blue\/turquoise), Green Moscow (metallic green\/teal), and Black Moscow (striking black fins and body). The metallic sheen runs across both the body and fins, giving these guppies a bold, eye-catching appearance in any aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOur Moscow line has now developed into a unique mixed cobra strain while still retaining the beautiful metallic Moscow sheen. These guppies display a combination of cobra-style patterning (intricate spotting, striping, and reticulated designs across the body and tail) alongside the reflective, iridescent finish typical of Moscow genetics. The result is a lively and visually striking fish, where each individual shows slight variation, but the overall look remains consistent across the line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMales display the strongest colouration, combining vibrant metallic sheen with detailed cobra patterns that catch the light beautifully. Their fins may vary slightly in size and shape but generally complement the body patterning. Females are larger and less intensely coloured, often showing softer tones and reduced patterning, providing a natural contrast to the males.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThese guppies are known for their peaceful demeanour and coexist well with other gentle community fish. They are highly active, constantly exploring their surroundings, foraging, and interacting with one another. While they may establish a loose hierarchy, any chasing is typically harmless and often related to breeding behaviour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1996\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThey utilise all areas of the aquarium and may gather near the surface during feeding or spread throughout the tank during the day. In tanks with larger bottom-dwelling fish, they may occasionally favour upper and mid levels more heavily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBreeding occurs readily without special preparation as long as both males and females are present. Females typically give birth to live fry every 23–30 days and can store sperm for future use, allowing multiple batches of fry even without continued male presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThese guppies are hardy and adaptable, thriving under standard tropical freshwater conditions. They do particularly well in planted aquariums, where they can display natural behaviours, but also benefit from open swimming space to show off their colours and patterns. Clean, stable water and gentle filtration are ideal, with temperatures around 24–27°C. Their resilience makes them suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2540\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGuppies are omnivorous, readily accepting a wide range of commercially available foods. Due to their small mouths, flake foods are best crushed before feeding. High-quality options such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-community-crave-krill-spirulina-flakes\" title=\"Xtreme Community Crave\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Community Crave Flakes\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-nice-crumble-naturally-intense-color-enhancer-sinking-crumble-70g\" title=\"Xtreme Crumble\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Nice Crumble\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003emake excellent staples, providing balanced nutrition in a size suitable for both adults and growing fish. A varied diet including vegetable matter and occasional live or frozen foods will further support optimal health and colouration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003eBreeding Behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2785\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eLivebearers, such as guppies are some of the easiest fish to breed in the aquarium hobby. Unlike egg-laying species, livebearers give birth to fully-formed, free-swimming fry, making the process simple but also potentially overwhelming due to how quickly populations can grow. Males constantly court females by displaying their colourful fins and using their gonopodium (a modified anal fin) to transfer sperm. Females can store sperm internally for several months, meaning a single successful mating can result in multiple batches of fry without needing a male present for every pregnancy. Once pregnant, the female will begin to develop a gravid spot, a dark area near her anal fin and her belly will grow much rounder. Gestation usually lasts around 4 weeks, depending on species and temperature. Just before giving birth, the female may isolate herself in a quiet area of the tank or behave restlessly. When she gives birth, the fry are immediately free-swimming and capable of feeding on tiny foods such as powdered fry food, crushed flakes, or baby brine shrimp. However, adult fish (including the parents) will often eat the newborn fry if given the chance. To improve survival rates, provide dense plants like java moss, hornwort, guppy grass, or any fast growing floating plant for hiding, or move the pregnant female to a separate breeding tank shortly before she gives birth. Females can give birth to anywhere from a handful of fry to 50 or more in a single batch, depending on their size, age, and health, in some occasions these numbers can reach 100. After giving birth, she can be returned to the main tank, while the fry remain in their own tank or nursery area until they are large enough to avoid being eaten.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Male 3-5cm","offer_id":45843151945899,"sku":"moscow-guppy-male-3-5cm","price":9.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Female 3-5cm","offer_id":45843151978667,"sku":"moscow-guppy-female-3-5cm","price":8.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Trio (1M 2F) 3-5cm","offer_id":45843152011435,"sku":"moscow-guppy-trio-3-5cm","price":24.38,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/6712\/1835\/files\/Moscow_Guppy.png?v=1770456705"},{"product_id":"elephant-ear-x-24k-gold-guppy","title":"Elephant Ear x 24k Gold Guppy","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"468\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eElephant Ear Guppies are a freshwater variety renowned for their exceptionally large pectoral fins, which resemble an elephant’s ears and give them a distinctive, flowing appearance. Also known as \u003cstrong\u003eDumbo Ear Guppies\u003c\/strong\u003e, they are popular for their striking colours and patterns, peaceful temperament, and hardy, easy-to-care-for nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"894\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eOur Elephant Ear Cross Guppies carry Elephant Ear genetics bred with our normal fin 24k Gold Guppies. Because of this, not all offspring will show the classic oversized fins or uniform colours; some may display slightly smaller fins or a mix of patterns from the mixed-strain parents. The result is a lively and visually captivating fish, with flowing fins and vibrant colouration that varies slightly from one individual to the next.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eMales display the characteristic large pectoral fins and vibrant, eye-catching colours, often combining reds, blues, and black patterns across the body and fins. Females are generally larger and more robust, with softer colouration, providing a gentle contrast to the males while still showcasing the flowing fin shapes typical of the Elephant Ear line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eElephant Ear Guppies are Known for their peaceful demeanour, they coexist harmoniously with other gentle fish in community setups. They are incessantly active, exploring their surroundings, foraging algae, and engaging in displays or interactions. While they establish hierarchies, conflicts are rare, limited to playful chasing or relentless breeding. They roam all parts of the aquarium, sometimes congregating at the bottom or near the surface, especially in tanks with larger bottom dwelling fish. Breeding occurs readily without special preparations, as long as both genders are present. Moscow Guppy give birth to live fry approximately every 23-30 days, with females capable of storing sperm for later fertilisation, leading to continuous reproduction even without males present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"753\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eElephant Ear Guppies are hardy and adaptable, thriving under standard tropical freshwater conditions. They do particularly well in planted tanks that mimic their natural environment, but also appreciate open swimming space to show off their metallic colours. These guppies prefer clean, stable water and gentle filtration, with temperatures around 24–27°C. Their resilient nature makes them an excellent choice for both beginner aquarists and experienced hobbyists looking for a striking, active addition to a community aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2540\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eGuppies are omnivorous, readily accepting a wide range of commercially available foods. Due to their small mouths, flake foods are best crushed before feeding. High-quality options such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-community-crave-krill-spirulina-flakes\" title=\"Xtreme Community Crave\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Community Crave Flakes\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-nice-crumble-naturally-intense-color-enhancer-sinking-crumble-70g\" title=\"Xtreme Crumble\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Nice Crumble\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003emake excellent staples, providing balanced nutrition in a size suitable for both adults and growing fish. A varied diet including vegetable matter and occasional live or frozen foods will further support optimal health and colouration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003eBreeding Behaviour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2785\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eLivebearers, such as guppies are some of the easiest fish to breed in the aquarium hobby. Unlike egg-laying species, livebearers give birth to fully-formed, free-swimming fry, making the process simple but also potentially overwhelming due to how quickly populations can grow. Males constantly court females by displaying their colourful fins and using their gonopodium (a modified anal fin) to transfer sperm. Females can store sperm internally for several months, meaning a single successful mating can result in multiple batches of fry without needing a male present for every pregnancy. Once pregnant, the female will begin to develop a gravid spot, a dark area near her anal fin and her belly will grow much rounder. Gestation usually lasts around 4 weeks, depending on species and temperature. Just before giving birth, the female may isolate herself in a quiet area of the tank or behave restlessly. When she gives birth, the fry are immediately free-swimming and capable of feeding on tiny foods such as powdered fry food, crushed flakes, or baby brine shrimp. However, adult fish (including the parents) will often eat the newborn fry if given the chance. To improve survival rates, provide dense plants like java moss, hornwort, guppy grass, or any fast growing floating plant for hiding, or move the pregnant female to a separate breeding tank shortly before she gives birth. Females can give birth to anywhere from a handful of fry to 50 or more in a single batch, depending on their size, age, and health, in some occasions these numbers can reach 100. After giving birth, she can be returned to the main tank, while the fry remain in their own tank or nursery area until they are large enough to avoid being eaten.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Male 3-5cm","offer_id":45843167903915,"sku":"elephant-ear-guppy-male-3-5cm","price":6.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Female 3-5cm","offer_id":45843167936683,"sku":"elephant-ear-guppy-female-3-5cm","price":5.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Trio (1M 2F) 3-5cm","offer_id":45843167969451,"sku":"elephant-ear-guppy-trio-3-5cm","price":16.1,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/6712\/1835\/files\/Elephant_Ear_Cross_24K_Gold_Guppy.png?v=1776668315"},{"product_id":"endler-guppy","title":"Endler Guppy","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"543\" data-start=\"112\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEndler Guppies are small, energetic livebearers known for their intense colouration and sleek body shape. Many display bright, fluorescent tones and striking patterns such as spots, bars, speckling, or metallic sheen. Their fins are typically short and streamlined, giving them a fast, active appearance. Males are the most colourful, while females are larger with a fuller body shape and more subdued colouring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1056\" data-start=\"545\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThese fish are generally hardy and well suited to typical freshwater tropical aquariums. They thrive in planted tanks where they can graze, explore, and use vegetation as cover. Stable conditions and warm temperatures support their activity, colour, and breeding. Due to their small size, they are ideal for smaller aquariums, though they always benefit from extra swimming space and dense plant cover. Avoid housing them with large or aggressive species, as their size and bright colours can make them targets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEndler Guppies are peaceful, social, and constantly active. They spend much of their time exploring the tank, interacting with one another, and displaying, especially the males. Chasing behaviour is usually related to hierarchy or breeding and is rarely harmful, though maintaining a higher female-to-male ratio can help reduce stress on females. They occupy all levels of the aquarium and are particularly active near the surface during feeding. When both sexes are present, they will breed readily and can produce fry frequently, which may quickly increase population over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEndlers are omnivorous, readily accepting a wide range of commercially available foods. Due to their small mouths, flake foods are best crushed before feeding. High-quality options such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Xtreme Community Crave\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-community-crave-krill-spirulina-flakes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Community Crave Flakes\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Xtreme Crumble\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-nice-crumble-naturally-intense-color-enhancer-sinking-crumble-70g\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Nice Crumble\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003emake excellent staples, providing balanced nutrition in a size suitable for both adults and growing fish. A varied diet including vegetable matter and occasional live or frozen foods will further support optimal health and colouration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBreeding Behaviour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2393\" data-start=\"2169\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEndlers are very easy to breed. Males use their gonopodium to fertilise females, and females can store sperm for several months, allowing a single mating to result in multiple batches of fry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2681\" data-start=\"2395\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePregnant females develop a gravid spot near the anal fin, and their abdomen becomes noticeably rounder. Gestation typically lasts around 3–4 weeks, depending on temperature and conditioning. As they near birth, females may become more restless or seek out quieter areas of the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3138\" data-start=\"2683\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFry are born fully formed and free-swimming, and can immediately be fed fine foods such as powdered fry food, crushed flakes, or baby brine shrimp. Adult fish, including the parents, may consume newborn fry, so dense plant cover, such as java moss, guppy grass, hornwort, and floating plants, greatly improves survival rates. For higher survival, pregnant females can be moved to a separate breeding tank shortly before giving birth and returned afterwards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3450\" data-start=\"3140\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBatch sizes vary depending on the female’s size and age, ranging from small drops to several dozen fry. With proper feeding and adequate cover, many fry will survive, so it’s important to have a plan in place for managing population growth, such as separating sexes, rehoming, or maintaining single-sex groups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Male 1-2cm","offer_id":46078110859435,"sku":"endler-male-1-2cm","price":3.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Female 1-2cm","offer_id":46078110892203,"sku":"endler-female-1-2cm","price":2.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Trio (1M 2F) 1-2cm","offer_id":46078110924971,"sku":"endler-trio-1-2cm","price":7.82,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}]}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/6712\/1835\/collections\/guppies.png?v=1765778751","url":"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/collections\/guppies.oembed","provider":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}