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    Dark Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Dark Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Regular price $15.00 USD
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    What Guppy Will I Receive?

    Youโ€™ll receive a healthy, active guppy matching the strain and gender selected above.  

    Each fish is individually checked before packing. Because every guppy is unique, natural variations in color, pattern, fin shape and markings are expected.

    โ™‚ Male vs โ™€ Female โ€” Which Should I Choose?

    Male
    More colorful ยท Larger fins ยท Best for display

    Female
    Fuller body ยท Usually larger ยท Great for breeding/groups

    Want both? Mix males & females in the same order.

    ABOUT THIS GUPPY

    About the Dark Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    The Dark Red Dragon Guppy Fish is a striking fancy guppy featuring deep red coloration combined with bold Dragon-style patterning. Compared with brighter red varieties, its darker crimson and burgundy tones create a richer appearance, while contrasting scale-like markings add texture and detail across the body and fins.

    As part of our Dragon Guppy Fish collection , the Dark Red Dragon offers a deeper expression of the classic Red Dragon look, making it an excellent choice for aquariums where rich color and detailed patterning are the focus.

    โค๏ธ Dark Red Deep crimson tones
    ๐Ÿ‰ Dragon Pattern Detailed scale-like markings
    โœจ Rich Contrast Dark and metallic detail
    ๐ŸŒฟ Planted Display Bold contrast with greenery
    HIGHLIGHTS

    Why You'll Love the Dark Red Dragon Guppy

    โœ“ Deep red and crimson coloration creates a dramatic aquarium display
    โœ“ Dragon-style markings add intricate visual detail across the fish
    โœ“ Darker coloration offers a distinct alternative to classic Red Dragon Guppies
    โœ“ Rich red tones contrast beautifully against green aquatic plants
    DARK RED DRAGON VARIETY

    What Makes the Dark Red Dragon Guppy Unique?

    The Dark Red Dragon Guppy takes the recognizable Dragon Guppy appearance in a deeper, more dramatic direction. Its coloration can range through rich red, crimson, and darker burgundy tones, while contrasting Dragon-style markings create a detailed, scale-like appearance. This combination gives the fish greater visual depth than a simpler solid-red Guppy.

    For the closest comparison, explore our Red Dragon Guppy Fish for a brighter expression of the red Dragon look. You can also compare it with the Red Dragon Ribbon Guppy Fish for elongated Ribbon fin traits, or explore the Yellow Dragon Guppy Fish for a brighter golden expression of the Dragon pattern.

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    Every Dark Red Dragon Guppy Is Unique

    Red intensity, dark coloration, Dragon pattern placement, scale markings, fin coloration, and metallic-looking highlights may naturally vary between individual fish. Age, genetics, aquarium lighting, shipping stress, and tank conditions can also influence how each Guppy's coloration and pattern appear.

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    Explore More Fancy Guppy Fish

    Looking for another Dragon color, pattern, or fin style? Browse our complete Fancy Guppy Fish collection to discover Dragon Guppies, Ribbon Fin Guppies, Dumbo Guppies, Albino Guppies, solid-color varieties, and other colorful male and female Guppies for your freshwater aquarium.

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    COMPLETE CARE GUIDE

    Guppy Fish Care Guide

    Everything you need to help your new Guppies settle in, stay healthy, and thrive in your aquarium.

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    Care Level Easy
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    Temperament Peaceful
    ๐Ÿ 
    Tank Size 10+ Gallons
    ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ
    Diet Omnivore
    ๐Ÿ’ง
    AT A GLANCE

    Recommended Water Parameters

    ๐ŸŒก๏ธ Temperature 72โ€“82ยฐF
    ๐Ÿ’ง pH 6.8โ€“7.8
    ๐Ÿงช Ammonia 0 ppm
    ๐Ÿงช Nitrite 0 ppm
    ๐Ÿ’ฆ Nitrate <20โ€“40 ppm
    ๐Ÿ  Tank Size 10+ Gallons
    ๐Ÿ“ Adult Size Up to ~2 inches
    โค๏ธ Lifespan 2โ€“3 Years
    ๐Ÿ’ก
    Stability matters most.

    Avoid chasing exact numbers with sudden water chemistry changes. A mature, cycled aquarium with stable parameters is generally safer than frequent rapid adjustments.

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    DAILY CARE

    Creating a Healthy Guppy Aquarium

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    Ideal Tank Setup

    Provide a fully cycled, filtered aquarium with plenty of open swimming space. Live plants can provide cover, visual barriers, and a more natural environment.

    • Fully cycled aquarium
    • Reliable filtration
    • Open swimming space
    • Live plants recommended
    ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ

    Feeding & Diet

    Guppies are omnivores. Offer a varied diet rather than relying on only one food source.

    • Quality micro pellets
    • High-quality flakes
    • Brine shrimp
    • Daphnia and other suitable foods
    ๐ŸŸ

    Social Behavior

    Guppies are active social fish and generally do well with other peaceful community species when tank size and water requirements are compatible.

    • Active swimmers
    • Peaceful community fish
    • Enjoy group environments
    • Avoid aggressive tank mates
    ๐Ÿ’ง

    Water Quality

    Clean, stable water is one of the most important parts of Guppy care. Test the aquarium regularly and perform appropriate routine maintenance.

    • Ammonia: 0 ppm
    • Nitrite: 0 ppm
    • Monitor nitrate
    • Perform regular water changes
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    BEFORE DELIVERY

    Prepare Before Your Guppy Arrives

    Preparing the aquarium before delivery helps reduce unnecessary stress when your new fish arrives.

    1
    Cycle the Aquarium

    Make sure the aquarium is established and biologically cycled before adding new fish.

    2
    Test the Water

    Check temperature, pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate before delivery day.

    3
    Prepare the Tank

    Confirm filtration is running properly and provide plants or other appropriate cover.

    4
    Plan for Acclimation

    Be available around delivery whenever possible so the fish can be brought indoors and acclimated promptly.

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    MALE OR FEMALE?

    Understanding Guppy Sex Differences

    โ™‚ Male Guppy
    • Typically brighter and more colorful
    • Usually develops longer decorative fins
    • Generally has a slimmer body profile
    • Popular for colorful display aquariums
    GREAT FOR: COLOR & DISPLAY
    โ™€ Female Guppy
    • Usually larger and fuller-bodied
    • Typically develops shorter fins
    • Color may be more subtle than males
    • Often selected for groups and breeding
    GREAT FOR: GROUPS & BREEDING
    โš ๏ธ

    Important: Male Guppies may frequently pursue females. If keeping males and females together, provide adequate space, plant cover, and an appropriate group structure. Guppies are livebearers and can reproduce readily in suitable conditions.

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    DETAILED GUIDE

    More Guppy Care Information

    ๐Ÿ’ง Water Parameters & Aquarium Maintenance

    Maintain a stable temperature around 72โ€“82ยฐF and a pH around 6.8โ€“7.8.

    Ammonia and nitrite should remain at 0 ppm. Monitor nitrate and perform routine water changes appropriate for your aquarium's stocking level and filtration.

    Avoid making large, sudden adjustments to temperature or water chemistry. Stable conditions are especially important for newly introduced fish.

    ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ What & How Often Should I Feed My Guppies?

    Feed small portions of high-quality foods that your Guppies can consume within a short period. Avoid allowing large amounts of uneaten food to accumulate in the aquarium.

    A varied diet may include quality micro pellets, flakes, brine shrimp, daphnia, and other appropriately sized foods.

    ๐Ÿ  Guppy Tank Mates

    Guppies generally work best with peaceful, appropriately sized community fish that have compatible water requirements.

    Potential tank mates may include peaceful Corydoras, compatible small community fish, and suitable aquarium snails. Compatibility can vary depending on aquarium size, stocking, individual behavior, and water conditions.

    โšฅ Keeping Male & Female Guppies Together

    Guppies are livebearers and can reproduce readily. Male Guppies may frequently pursue females, so mixed-sex groups require adequate space, cover, and thoughtful group management.

    If you do not want fry, consider keeping a same-sex group instead of intentionally mixing males and females.

    ๐Ÿ“ฆ How to Acclimate a Newly Arrived Guppy

    Bring the shipment indoors promptly after delivery. Keep aquarium lighting low and avoid unnecessary handling while the fish is adjusting.

    Gradually acclimate the fish to the aquarium's temperature and water conditions. Avoid sudden changes in temperature or chemistry.

    Once introduced, allow the fish time to settle before feeding heavily or disturbing the aquarium.

    โค๏ธ What Is Normal After Shipping?

    Newly shipped Guppies can temporarily appear pale, less active, or stressed after transit. Color and activity may improve as the fish adjusts to stable aquarium conditions.

    Observe new arrivals carefully. If you notice persistent abnormal behavior or other concerns, check water parameters and document the fish and aquarium conditions.

    ๐ŸŸ
    Every Aquarium & Every Fish Is Different

    These care recommendations are general guidelines. Aquarium size, stocking level, filtration, genetics, age, individual behavior, and local water chemistry can affect the needs of your fish.

    Customer Review


    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 52 reviews.

    Customer photo review of Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Iโ€™m really happy with my guppies from Tropic Flow! This review is for the whole group, both the male and females. Theyโ€™ve been so much fun to watch settle into their home, and now I have little babies swimming around, too! Iโ€™ve included photos of the group and the babies. Kai has been incredibly responsive and helpful, and Iโ€™ve really appreciated the communication and support throughout the experience. Caring for these fish and watching their little family grow has been such a joy. Thank you, Kai and the Tropic Flow team!

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Customer photo review of Dark Red Dragon Guppy

    Really happy with these little guys. Nice tails, bright colors, and everyone arrived healthy.

    Dark Red Dragon Guppy

    Customer video review of Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Absolutely amazing from start to finish. Everyone is doing great

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Fish are beautiful! Some really colorful ones and all came healthy and energetic

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Guppies are beautiful and look just as they are pictured!

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    The fish arrived nice and healthy. The colors are vibrant and i had no doa to worry about. Thanks Tropic flow

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    So happy with these fish! Was a little hesitant about buying online, but was so worth it! These little fish came well packaged, healthy, and absolutely beautiful!

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Overall very pleased with the guppies. I was hoping to get green dragon guppies but they are more on the blue side. Great quality. Look forward to buying more.

    Green Dragon Guppy Fish

    Nice guppy and color, they are alive and stunning

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    All of them arrived alive and super healthy, swimming like crazy right out the bag.

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    All my guppies were alive, colorful, and already swimming like they owned the place. Packed super well, no stress at all.

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    They are beautiful and very energetic. Settling in well.

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Guppies arrived in good health, packaging was done with care. Even received an extra guppy. Great addition to my tank

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    This was my first time ordering fish online and to be honest I was nervous about the shipping process. However, the fish were very well packaged and all of my fish survived and are healthy. The quality of the fish are also very high and they are the highlight of my aquarium. I will be ordering my fish from Tropicflow in the future.

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Customer photo review of Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Excellent guppies and shrimp arrived in excellent condition and packaged very well. All arrived alive and in good health. Highly recommend these guys

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Love ordering from you guys. Alway great quality. Fish came in looking good and safe

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Customer photo review of Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Absolutely love their colors and even got a 6th. so a free one which was super nice of them. They are still doing great after a few weeks and look stunning when swimming

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    The packing was the best I have ever seen. I wish I had more room, so I could order more fish. By the way the Guppy was Magnificent.

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Customer photo review of Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    The pictures that they provide you do no justice because in person, the colors are more vibrant and beautiful ๐Ÿ˜

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Packaged nicely. Arrived safely. Pretty fish.

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Happy, healthy, vibrant colors fish. The packaging and shipping was perfect โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Customer photo review of Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Liked my fish. One of female dragon had 13 fry in with her upon delivery. Other one seems knocked up too. We shall see. Nice job. It was cold out!

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Customer photo review of Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Fish was packed well (with heating pad) and arrived alive. Guppy is beautiful and I am pleased.

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Customer photo review of Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    It was great. Wonderful packaging to protect him. Plus, it was actually the fish in the picture. Loved it

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Customer photo review of Green Dragon Guppy Fish

    I was really hoping they would come alive. And thankfully thanks to there awesome packaging system the did. Yes weโ€™re they a little bit skinny and skittish yes but they also spent some time in transit. Will totally but more fish from them in the future. (Sorry about the pictures they donโ€™t do them Justice)

    Green Dragon Guppy Fish

    Customer photo review of Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    I've bought 4-5 additions to my tank from Tropicflow, these were packed and shipped in the best possible way, and better than any other seller. The fish looked exactly like the pictures, they are clearly in good health, and they adapted faster than any other addition to the tank I've ever gotten.

    Blue Dragon Guppy Fish

    Customer photo review of Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Great quality guppy fish and service was also great. fast shipping!

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

    Theyโ€™re so lively and beautiful. Had them in my tank for a while with zero casualties

    Red Dragon Guppy Fish

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