The feeding frequency for guppies needs to be adjusted based on their growth stage and water temperature. Below is a detailed breakdown to help you provide optimal nutrition:
1. Fry Stage (Birth – 2 Months Old)
Feeding Frequency: 4–6 times per day
Portion Size: Small amounts each time, with food fully consumed within 3 minutes
Recommended Food: Live food like infusoria or paramecia, or ultra-fine powdered fish food
2. Juvenile Stage (2 – 4 Months Old)
Feeding Frequency: 3–4 times per day
Recommended Food: A mix of flake food and frozen bloodworms
3. Adult Stage (4+ Months Old)
Feeding Frequency: 2–3 times per day (ideal to feed once in the morning and once in the evening)
Portion Size: Control amounts so food is eaten within 5 minutes
Important Notes
Reduce feeding when water temperature drops below 18°C (64°F).
Increase nutrition for female guppies during the breeding period.
Clean up uneaten food promptly after each feeding to prevent water contamination.
Skip feeding for 1 day per week to help with digestion.
Pro Tip for Optimal Feeding
Observe your guppies’ belly size: A slight bulge (without overexpansion) indicates the perfect portion. Overfeeding can lead to poor water quality and harm your guppies’ health.