What size tank do guppies need?

What size tank do guppies need?

When choosing a tank always remember this, you need one gallon of tank water for every one inch of fish. On average an adult guppy will get to be around 2 inches long, some may get to be about 2.5 inches. For one guppy fish a minimum requirement would be 5 gallon fish tank for a happy healthy fish.

Are guppies easy to keep?

Guppies are incredibly easy to keep alive. Just keep the tank clean and provide them with food (they'll eat just about anything and are great for mosquito control), and they're happy.

Do Guppies need to be in groups?

Guppies thrive in well oxygenated water, but do not like too much turbulence. … While not a schooling fish, the guppy does well when kept in large groups. They can co-exist peacefully with most other small to medium sized, non-aggressive species of aquarium fish.

Do guppies need a filter?

A filter is not compulsory as guppies don't produce as much waste as other fish such as goldfish do. Nevertheless, many guppy owners swear by filters, saying that they help to maintain water quality and keep the guppies healthy. At Swell, we do recommend keeping a small filter in the tank.