Male Violet Red Guppy

Male Violet Red Guppy - Rich Jewel-Toned Colour for Nano Tanks

Few guppy strains catch the light quite like the Male Violet Red Guppy, prized for his rich violet-red body colouration that shifts and shimmers as he moves. His flowing tail and vivid hue make him a natural centrepiece fish for any planted or nano aquarium.

Males of this strain are slimmer and more streamlined than females, with pronounced finnage that they display readily when courting or interacting with tankmates. Despite the showy appearance, temperament remains gentle and community-friendly.

At N8 Aquatics, our fish are carefully raised and conditioned to ensure healthy stock suited to home aquariums.

Species Snapshot

• Size Sold: Approximately 3 cm
• Adult Size: 4–6 cm
• Tank Size: 40 L minimum
• Temperament: Peaceful community fish
• Temperature: 22–28°C
• pH: 6.8–7.8
• Difficulty: Easy

Ideal Habitat and Care

Soft lighting and dark substrate help his violet-red tones really pop, while dense planting gives him confidence to display naturally.

• Temperature: 22–28°C
• pH: 6.8–7.8
• Water Flow: Gentle to moderate flow; avoid strong currents
• Maintenance: Weekly partial water changes with stable, cycled parameters

Diet

A varied diet supports both vibrant colouration and long-term health.

• Accepts high-quality flake or micro pellet as a staple diet
• Relishes frozen daphnia and bloodworm for extra protein
• Benefits from live baby brine shrimp, especially for conditioning
• Omnivorous and easy to feed, thriving on a varied diet

Compatibility

He is best kept in a lively but peaceful community where his colour can be admired without competition from boisterous tankmates.

Suitable tankmates include:

• Small tetras
• Rasboras
• Corydoras catfish
• Peaceful nano fish and shrimp

Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping species.

Why Buy From N8 Aquatics

• Carefully raised aquarium fish
• Healthy, well-conditioned stock
• Strong genetics and vibrant colouration
• Breeder support if you have questions

Pickup Information

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

Orders are collected by appointment after purchase confirmation.

Please ensure you are able to collect your fish before placing an order.

Important

All livestock sold by N8 Aquatics should be introduced to fully cycled aquariums suitable for the species being kept.

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