Watch this video next to see how i setup a natural habitat for my guppy fish: [ Ссылка ]
Did you know that one of the world’s most popular aquarium fish has an incredible history and fascinating biology?
Meet the guppy—a tiny, colorful fish that’s taken over freshwater habitats worldwide. In this documentary, we’ll explore their origins in South America, their surprising role in mosquito control, and the science behind their dazzling colors.
Plus, we'll dive into their unique life cycle, sexual dimorphism, and how they’ve adapted to different environments. Stick around as we uncover the secrets of the guppy—what makes them one of nature’s most remarkable survivors! Stay tuned!
Shoutout to the following Youtube channels that I personally love: @mexicalifishkeeper, @GlassBoxDiaries, @LushSaltyAquariums, @TalisaAquarist, @MDFishTanks & @FatherFish 🦐💙🐟💙🌱
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:50 Origins & Family
1:43 Diet
2:24 Discovery & History
3:56 Phylogenetics & habitat
6:22 Sexual Dimorphism
7:18 Life Cycle
8:16 Evolutionary Pressures
9:06 Population Regulation
9:50 Please Like&Subscribe
Picture sources:
Wilhelm Peters: [ Ссылка ]
Filippo De Filippi: [ Ссылка ]
Lechmere Guppy: [ Ссылка ]
Charles Regan: [ Ссылка ]
Phylogenetic Tree: [ Ссылка ]
Guppy Map: [ Ссылка ]
Checkout the Wikipedia article on Guppy fish, which i used as a source for most of the facts in this video: [ Ссылка ]
