Platinum Red Tail Dumbo Ear Guppy – Premium Fancy Strain

(Poecilia reticulata – Selectively Bred Line)

The Platinum Red Tail Dumbo Ear Guppy is a show-quality guppy that brings a bold combination of metallic shine and elegant movement to any freshwater aquarium. Known for its silky platinum body, deep red caudal fin, and oversized, flowing dumbo-style pectoral fins, this strain adds visual drama and sophistication to planted and community setups.

This guppy isn’t just about looks — it’s bred for genetic stability, strong coloration, and peaceful behavior, making it an ideal choice for both breeding programs and display tanks.

Appearance:

• Body Color: Metallic white to silver, with a luminous sheen that reflects light from every angle

• Tail: Bright red, fan-shaped caudal fin, often with slight orange gradient at the base

• Dumbo Ears: Enlarged pectoral fins (resembles elephant ears), with delicate semi-translucent texture

• Gender Dimorphism: Males are smaller with brighter colors and longer fins; females are fuller-bodied and more subdued in color

Color contrast and fin movement make this strain especially appealing under LED or natural lighting.

Genetics & Line Stability:

• Strain Type: Fancy Dumbo Ear, with Red Tail and Platinum Base traits

• Genetic Traits:

  • Platinum body color likely linked to a recessive or co-dominant gene

  • Dumbo ear trait is inherited from dominant lines involving extended pectoral fin expression

  • Red pigmentation line-bred from high-coverage red tail guppies

• Line Stability: Selectively bred for clean color separation (platinum vs red), strong fin structure, and consistent dumbo expression

Excellent for breeders looking to refine platinum or dumbo morphs, or to outcross with other metallic strains.

Tank Setup & Requirements:

• Tank Size: 10 gallons or larger recommended for groups or breeding

• Water Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)

• pH Range: 6.8–7.6

• Hardness: 8–12 dGH (moderate)

• Filtration: Sponge filters or low-flow systems preferred

• Lighting: Medium to high; enhances shine and coloration

Aquascaping Tip: Use dark substrate and background plants (like anubias, crypts, or rotala) to make the platinum body and red tail stand out.

Diet & Nutrition:

• Primary: High-quality guppy flakes or floating micro pellets

• Supplements: Brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms, and spirulina for color enhancement

• Feeding Schedule: 1–2 small feedings daily; avoid overfeeding to maintain water quality and fin condition

A varied diet encourages optimal coloration and long fin development.

Temperament & Tank Mates:

• Behavior: Active, social, peaceful

• Best Tank Mates:

  • Other guppies, mollies, platies, endlers

  • Peaceful schooling fish: neon tetras, ember tetras, rasboras

  • Clean-up crew: corydoras, otocinclus

• Avoid: Aggressive or fin-nipping species (e.g. tiger barbs, bettas, or large cichlids)

Dumbo fins can make these guppies slightly slower swimmers — ensure a low-stress tank environment.

Breeding Info:

• Type: Livebearer

• Gestation: ~25–30 days

• Fry Yield: 10–50 fry per birth

• Fry Care:

  • Provide dense plant cover or breeding boxes

  • Separate fry for selective breeding to maintain strain purity

  • Juveniles may develop fuller coloration between 4–6 weeks of a

    Bring home the Platinum Red Tail Dumbo Ear Guppy – a perfect blend of style, grace, and genetic strength. Whether you're stocking a peaceful community tank or developing your next designer strain, this guppy delivers beauty and reliability at every level.