The Red Gold Tuxedo Guppy (Poecilia reticulata “Red Gold Tuxedo”) is a striking variety of guppy known for its vibrant red-gold body contrasted with a dark “tuxedo” pattern near the tail. Like other guppies, it is hardy, peaceful, and easy to care for, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced aquarists. They thrive in community aquariums with stable, clean water, live plants, and gentle filtration. Being livebearers, they reproduce readily, so it’s best to manage breeding by separating sexes or providing dense plant cover for fry survival. A balanced diet of flakes, micro-pellets, frozen, and live foods will enhance their colors and vitality. Keeping them in groups with more females than males helps reduce stress and ensures natural, active social behavior.
Care Aspect
Requirement
Scientific Name
Poecilia reticulata “Red Gold Tuxedo”
Common Name
Red Gold Tuxedo Guppy
Tank Size
10+ gallons (larger for groups)
Temperature
72–82°F (22–28°C)
pH
6.8–7.8
GH (Hardness)
8–12 dGH
KH (Alkalinity)
3–8 dKH
Diet
Omnivorous – flakes, pellets, live/frozen foods, blanched veggies
Temperament
Peaceful, social, community-friendly
Lifespan
2–3 years
Size
Males: ~1.5 in (3.5 cm), Females: ~2.5 in (6 cm)
Breeding
Livebearer; prolific, fry need hiding spots to avoid predation
Special Notes
Best kept with more females than males; brighter colors with high-quality diet