Male Cobra Mix Guppy (Poecilia reticulata male cobra mix)
£5.99
Male fancy guppy with cobra-pattern tail, dark body markings and elephant-ear pectoral fins for mature planted community aquariums.
Poecilia reticulata
Male fancy guppy with cobra-pattern tail, dark body markings and elephant-ear pectoral fins for mature planted community aquariums.
Male Cobra Multicolor Elephant Ear Guppy is the buyer-friendly name for Petra's Poecilia ret. male / cobra multicolor elephant ears listing. It is a male fancy guppy selected for a bold cobra-pattern tail, dark body markings and large elephant-ear style pectoral fins.
This is a specific SKU, not a generic guppy page. The product image is the recovered Petra-Aqua source photo for SKU 6697, so the listing is tied to the supplier identity rather than an AI image or borrowed substitute.
| Supplier name | Poecilia ret. male / cobra multicolor elephant ears |
|---|---|
| Common name | Male Cobra Multicolor Elephant Ear Guppy |
| Scientific species | Poecilia reticulata |
| Approx. supplied size | 3-4 cm |
| Fish type | Freshwater livebearer |
| Temperament | Active and generally peaceful with suitable community fish |
| Diet | Omnivore; quality flakes, micro granules and small frozen foods |
| Best setup | Mature heated aquarium with plants, cover and open swimming space |
Use a mature heated freshwater aquarium with steady filtration, clean water and enough cover for a small active livebearer. Planted edges, floating plants or gentle cover help male guppies settle, while open midwater space lets them display naturally.
Poecilia reticulata usually suits peaceful community aquariums with fish that enjoy similar warm freshwater conditions. Avoid newly set up tanks, sudden water swings, aggressive fish and confirmed fin nippers.
Feed a varied omnivore diet. A quality tropical flake or micro granule works well as the staple, with small frozen foods such as daphnia or brine shrimp offered as variety. Keep portions modest so uneaten food does not spoil the water.
This is a male display guppy, so expect bright movement, display behaviour and occasional chasing. It can work well with small Corydoras, calm rasboras, suitable tetras and other gentle livebearers when the tank has enough space and cover.
If you keep males and females together, plan for breeding and make sure females are not under constant attention. For a calmer display, many aquarists keep male guppies with peaceful non-nipping community fish.
The Male Cobra Multicolor Elephant Ear Guppy is a small fish with a lot of visual movement. The cobra-style tail pattern, stronger body markings and broad pectoral fins create a fluttering display that looks bigger than the fish itself. In a planted aquarium, the effect is strongest when the fish moves in and out of fine-leaved plants, open water and darker background areas.
This is not the same look as a plain male guppy. The elephant-ear pectorals give the front of the fish extra motion, while the cobra pattern adds detail through the tail and body. Compared with a Betta, it is smaller, faster and more social with suitable tank mates. Compared with larger livebearers, it gives colour without taking over the tank.
Choose this SKU if you want an active display guppy with a decorative fin shape rather than a simple mixed guppy. It is best for a mature, peaceful aquarium where fin nipping is avoided and the fish has cover as well as swimming space. The recovered Petra source photo is tied to this SKU, so this listing is based on the actual supplier image rather than a borrowed or AI substitute.
Individual male guppies can still vary in exact colour balance, tail markings and fin carriage. That natural variation is part of the appeal, but the buying expectation should stay realistic: you are choosing the cobra multicolor elephant-ear type, not a printed identical pattern. Keep water steady, feed varied foods and avoid rough tank mates so the finnage stays in good condition.
Add this fish only to a cycled, stable aquarium. On arrival, float the bag, acclimate slowly, keep lights low and avoid heavy feeding on the first day. Watch breathing, posture, colour and appetite during the first week.
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