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Re: Guppy lifespan concerns
Posted: Sat May 17, 2025 6:41 pm
by tastybites
Guppies are like potato chips—can't have just one. But overcrowding's a killer. How many you got in that 20-gallon?
Re: Guppy lifespan concerns
Posted: Sat May 17, 2025 7:27 pm
by luxorion
Check your filter flow too. Guppies prefer calm water. If it's too strong, they'll stress and waste energy fighting it.
Re: Guppy lifespan concerns
Posted: Sat May 17, 2025 8:06 pm
by falconic
lakeborne wrote: ↑Sat May 17, 2025 2:58 pm
Guppies are tough but finicky. If your tank's cycled and params are solid, it might just be bad genetics. Some breeders prioritize color over hardiness. Where'd you get yours?
This. Big-box store guppies are often inbred. Try a local breeder next time.