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What Guppy Will I Receive?
You’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.
♂ Male vs ♀ Female — Which Should I Choose?
Male More colorful · Larger fins · Best for display
Female Fuller body · Usually larger · Great for breeding/groups
Want both? Mix males & females in the same order.
ABOUT THIS GUPPY
About the Half Black White Guppy Fish
The Half Black White Guppy Fish creates a clean, dramatic two-tone display by pairing a deep Half Black body section with bright white finnage. The dark coloration provides a strong visual boundary through the rear body, while the pale tail and fins create a crisp contrast that becomes especially noticeable when the fish spreads its flowing finnage.
This variety belongs naturally within our
Half Black Guppy Collection
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where the defining dark body pattern is paired with several different fin colors. Among the family, the Half Black White Guppy offers one of the most minimal color combinations, relying on black-and-white contrast rather than complex multicolor patterning.
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Half Black Body
Deep dark coloration defines the rear body
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Bright White Fins
Clean white tones contrast against the body
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Fan-Style Tail
Broad finnage showcases the white coloration
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Monochrome Contrast
Black and white create a crisp two-tone look
HIGHLIGHTS
Why You'll Love the Half Black White Guppy Fish
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Deep Half Black coloration creates a dramatic backdrop for the bright white tail and fins
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Clean white finnage gives the fish a crisp appearance without relying on dense multicolor markings
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Broad fan or delta-style tail provides a large display area for the pale coloration
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Distinct two-tone separation makes this variety visually different from solid white or fully dark Guppies
HALF BLACK WHITE VARIETY
What Makes the Half Black White Guppy Fish Unique?
The defining character of the Half Black White Guppy Fish comes from the sharp visual transition between its dark Half Black body section and flowing white finnage. Instead of filling the fish with multiple colors or intricate markings, this variety uses a restrained black-and-white palette to create contrast. The darker body gives the fish visual depth, while the lighter tail becomes the focal point whenever the fins open during swimming.
Natural variation is expected between individual Half Black White Guppies. Fish may differ in the depth and coverage of the dark body area, brightness of the white finnage, the boundary between black and lighter coloration, tail shape, dorsal size, and overall fin development. Age, genetics, aquarium lighting, shipping stress, and tank conditions can also influence how strongly the black-and-white contrast appears. Product photos represent the general characteristics of the variety unless an individual fish is specifically offered for selection.
EXPLORE MORE
Explore More Fancy Guppy Fish
If you enjoy the clean black-and-white contrast of the Half Black White Guppy Fish, explore our
Fancy Guppy Fish collection
to discover more Half Black Guppies, solid-color varieties, fancy-fin Guppies, and colorful patterned strains for your freshwater aquarium.
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
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Tank Size
10+ Gallons
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Diet
Omnivore
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AT A GLANCE
Recommended Water Parameters
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Temperature
72–82°F
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pH
6.8–7.8
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Ammonia
0 ppm
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Nitrite
0 ppm
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Nitrate
<20–40 ppm
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Tank Size
10+ Gallons
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Adult Size
Up to ~2 inches
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Lifespan
2–3 Years
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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Cycle the Aquarium
Make sure the aquarium is established and
biologically cycled before adding new fish.
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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
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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
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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
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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
💧 Water Parameters & Aquarium Maintenance
Maintain a stable temperature around
72–82°F
and a pH around
6.8–7.8.
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.
🍽️ 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.
🐠 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.
⚥ 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.
📦 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.
❤️ 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.
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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
Fishy Surprise
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 36 reviews.
Really nice quality guppies. The colors became much stronger after a few days in my planted tank.
For close to two decades I've been getting "show quality Guppies" from three different IFGA breeders; truly the best of the best in the country. SO, what I'm about to say feels like blasphemy; but the Half Black Blue Delta Tail Guppies I just purchased are really nice. I'm curious to see what size they grow to, but otherwise I give these Guppies a 9 on a 10 scale.
I highly recommend TropicFlow not only for its livestock products, but also for its exceptional customer service, which is one of the best in the industry for fish hobbyists. 5 stars all around!
Jack/Illinois