Green Cobra Female Guppy – Poecilia reticulata

Green Cobra Female Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) is a beautiful tropical livebearer with subtle green body tones and distinctive cobra-style tail patterning. This elegant female guppy is ideal for aquarists looking to build colourful breeding groups, strengthen existing guppy lines, or add peaceful movement to a planted community aquarium.

Hardy, active, and beginner-friendly, female guppies are excellent additions to peaceful freshwater setups. The Green Cobra variety is especially attractive thanks to its delicate body sheen and patterned finnage, making it a lovely contrast to brighter males in mixed guppy displays.

Care Requirements

Scientific Name	Poecilia reticulata
Common Name	Green Cobra Female Guppy
Origin	Captive-bred aquarium strain
Temperament	Peaceful, active, social
Adult Size	Up to 4–5 cm
Tank Size	45 litres+
Temperature	22–28°C
pH	7.0–8.0
Diet	Omnivore – flakes, micro pellets, frozen and live foods
Compatibility	Ideal for peaceful community aquariums

Feeding Guide

Feed a varied omnivorous diet including quality tropical flakes, micro pellets, daphnia, baby brine shrimp, and other small frozen or live foods. A varied diet helps support colour, activity, and breeding condition.

Tank Setup & Habitat

Green Cobra Female Guppies do best in well-maintained aquariums with gentle filtration, open swimming space, and some planted cover. Floating plants, fine-leaved stems, and stable warm water conditions will help them feel secure and display their best condition.

Compatibility

This peaceful guppy is suitable for community fish tanks with other small, non-aggressive species such as tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, Endlers, and peaceful shrimp-safe tank mates where appropriate. Avoid housing with fin-nippers or larger aggressive fish.

Health & Wellness

Maintain good water quality with regular water changes and avoid sudden swings in temperature or water chemistry. As with all guppies, stable conditions and a high-quality diet are key to long-term health and vitality.

Acclimation Guide

Float the bag to equalise temperature, then gradually mix aquarium water over 20–30 minutes before release. Keep lighting low during introduction to reduce stress.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a female guppy?
Yes, this listing is for 1 Green Cobra Female Guppy.

Can she be kept with male guppies?
Yes, female guppies can be kept with males, though mixed groups may breed readily.

Is this fish suitable for beginners?
Yes, guppies are among the best tropical fish for beginner aquarists.

Can I keep this fish in a planted aquarium?
Absolutely – guppies thrive in planted tanks with stable, clean water.

Will the colour and pattern vary?
Natural variation can occur, but the fish will match the Green Cobra female type and patterning closely.