Beginner — Articles

28 Nov 2025 4 min read

Cloudy water in a guppy tank: the 4 common causes and the calm fixes

Cloudy water is usually bacteria, debris, or a filtration mismatch—not a reason to panic. Learn what type of cloudiness you have and the safest fixes.

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27 Nov 2025 4 min read

Male-only guppy tanks: how to do it without constant fighting and fin damage

Male-only guppy tanks can be gorgeous, but they can also become stressful if set up wrong. Learn how to reduce chasing, protect fins, and keep the tank calm.

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27 Nov 2025 4 min read

What to do when a guppy is getting bullied: fast fixes that work in small tanks

Bullying causes stress, colour loss, and fin damage. Learn quick interventions that work even in smaller tanks—without tearing the whole setup apart.

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26 Nov 2025 4 min read

Guppy fry keep disappearing: the real reasons (and how to get the survival rate you want)

If you never see fry grow up, it’s usually not “bad luck.” Learn why fry disappear, how cover and feeding change survival, and how to control numbers responsibly.

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18 Nov 2025 2 min read

Guppy breeding plan: how to keep fry numbers manageable

A realistic breeding plan: ratios, fry survival control, grow-out timing, and what to do with extras without overcrowding.

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17 Nov 2025 2 min read

Low-maintenance plants that suit guppies in Australia

Hardy plant picks that suit Australian tap water and help guppy tanks stay cleaner, calmer, and more stable.

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16 Nov 2025 2 min read

Beginner mistakes to avoid when cycling a guppy tank

Cycling mistakes that stall progress: overcleaning filters, unstable KH, overfeeding the cycle, and rushing fish in too early.

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15 Nov 2025 2 min read

A 10-minute weekly routine that keeps guppies thriving

A quick weekly routine: test, water change, filter check, and plant tidy — the boring habits that keep guppies healthy.

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09 Nov 2025 2 min read

Water parameters for guppies in Australia (quick cheat sheet)

Target ranges for pH, GH, KH, and temperature for guppies in Australia — plus gentle adjustment tips.

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06 Nov 2025 3 min read

Setting up a guppy tank in Australia: a simple 6-step plan

A stable, Australian-tap-water-friendly setup: size, filter, cycling, plants, and stocking pace that keeps guppies thriving.

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05 Nov 2025 3 min read

What is a guppy? A friendly guide for Australia

A complete beginner guide to guppies in Australia: temperament, tank basics, and what “good stock” looks like.

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