Dumbo Glass Belly Short Body PLR Guppy

The Dumbo Glass Belly Short Body PLR Guppy is a highly distinctive fancy guppy strain known for its unique body structure, translucent "glass belly" appearance, and oversized dumbo-style pectoral fins.

This strain combines several striking traits, including the short body morph, enlarged dumbo fins, and the translucent glass belly that allows parts of the internal structure to be faintly visible. These features make the fish stand out dramatically in planted aquariums.

The elegant dumbo ear fins give these guppies a graceful swimming motion, while the glass belly trait creates a fascinating visual effect rarely seen in standard guppy strains.

At N8 Aquatics, our guppies are raised in stable aquarium environments and selected for health, appearance, and strong breeding potential.

Strain Features

This fancy guppy strain is recognised for several unique characteristics:

• translucent "glass belly" body
• black enlarged dumbo-style pectoral fins
• short body morph
  
• bright red caudal fin
• distinctive swimming movement
• unique and eye-catching appearance

These combined traits make this strain especially interesting for aquarists who enjoy rare or unusual livebearer varieties.

Why Aquarists Love Fancy Guppies

Fancy guppies are one of the most popular aquarium fish because they are:

• colourful and active
• beginner friendly
• adaptable to many aquariums
• capable of breeding readily
• ideal for planted tanks

Their constant movement and variety of colours make them a favourite among aquarists.

Species Snapshot

• Size Sold: Juveniles / young adults
• Adult Size: 3–4 cm
• Tank Size: 40 L minimum
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Temperature: 22–28°C
• pH: 6.5 – 7.8
• Difficulty: Easy

Key Information

• Scientific Name: Poecilia reticulata
• Common Name: Fancy Guppy
• Strain: Dumbo Glass Belly Short Body PLR
• Adult Size: Approximately 3–4 cm
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Difficulty Level: Easy

Recommended Tank Setup

Fancy guppies thrive in planted aquariums with gentle filtration and stable water conditions.

Recommended tank features include:

• live plants for cover
• open swimming space
• gentle filtration such as sponge filters
• stable water parameters

Plants help provide natural shelter for fry if breeding occurs.

Water Parameters

Guppies are adaptable and thrive in a wide range of aquarium conditions.

• Temperature: 22–28 °C
• pH: 6.5 – 7.8
• GH: 6 – 15 dGH
• Water Flow: Low to moderate

Regular water changes help maintain healthy fish and strong coloration.

Diet

Fancy guppies benefit from a varied diet.

Recommended foods include:

• high quality micro pellets
• guppy-specific foods
• crushed flake foods
• baby brine shrimp
• daphnia or other live foods

A varied diet promotes healthy growth and strong coloration. Be careful not to overfeed as fancy guppies are especially susceptible to bloating/swim bladder issues on high protein diets. 

Ideal food is 38-42% protein with 5-10% fibre.

Compatibility

Fancy guppies are peaceful and suitable for many community aquariums.

Compatible tankmates include:

• small tetras
• rasboras
• Corydoras
• rainbowfish
• shrimp in planted tanks

Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping fish.

Behaviour

Fancy guppies are active and social fish that spend most of their time swimming throughout the aquarium.

Males often display their fins and colours while interacting with other fish, creating a lively and colourful aquarium display.

They are livebearers and may reproduce readily in suitable aquariums.

Why Buy From N8 Aquatics

• Healthy aquarium-raised fish
• Carefully maintained fancy strains
• Strong genetics and vibrant appearance
• Ideal for planted and community aquariums

Our fish are raised in stable aquarium environments to ensure healthy livestock ready for your aquarium.

Pickup Information

N8 Aquatics currently operates as a local pickup-only breeder in Central Queensland.

Orders are collected by appointment after purchase confirmation.

Important

All fish should be introduced to fully cycled aquariums suitable for the species being kept.

Please ensure your aquarium setup and tankmates are appropriate before purchasing.