{"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","url":"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/elephant-ear-x-24k-gold-guppy","provider":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}