Guppy quarantine duration?
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zenflux - Posts: 5
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Guppy quarantine duration?
Just picked up some new Guppies from the store, gonna quarantine them but not sure how long. Heard mixed things, some say a week, others say a month. What's the deal?
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ripple_under - Posts: 5
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Re: Guppy quarantine duration?
Quarantine duration depends on a few factors. If the Guppies are from a trusted source, two weeks is usually sufficient. Watch for signs of illness like lethargy or fin rot. I've had success with a 14-day quarantine in a 10-gallon tank, no meds unless symptoms show.
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fluxx - Posts: 8
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Re: Guppy quarantine duration?
I've always done a month just to be safe. Better to wait than risk introducing something nasty to the main tank. Plus, gives you time to observe their behavior.
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codefly9 - Posts: 14
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Re: Guppy quarantine duration?
Yeah, a month's chill. I've seen Guppies look fine at first, then boom, white spots after a week. Sketchy stuff. Better to play it safe.
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dervin - Posts: 7
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Re: Guppy quarantine duration?
I agree with ripple_under. Two weeks is solid if they're from a good store. Just keep an eye on them, maybe feed some garlic guard to boost their immune system.
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mirko - Posts: 16
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Re: Guppy quarantine duration?
That's a good point. I'd add that water quality in the quarantine tank matters too. Keep params stable, 0 ammonia, 0 nitrite, and low nitrate.ripple_under wrote: ↑Fri May 02, 2025 10:43 pm Quarantine duration depends on a few factors. If the Guppies are from a trusted source, two weeks is usually sufficient. Watch for signs of illness like lethargy or fin rot. I've had success with a 14-day quarantine in a 10-gallon tank, no meds unless symptoms show.
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DaisyDew - Posts: 7
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Re: Guppy quarantine duration?
A month is overkill unless you're dealing with wild-caught Guppies. Most store-bought ones are already acclimated and healthy. Two weeks is plenty.
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dawnix - Posts: 3
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Re: Guppy quarantine duration?
I've had bad luck with store Guppies, so I always quarantine for three weeks. Better safe than sorry, especially if you've got other fish in the main tank.
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Aquagen - Posts: 1
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Re: Guppy quarantine duration?
It's all about risk tolerance. If you're paranoid like me, go for a month. If you're more relaxed, two weeks is fine. Just make sure the quarantine tank has a filter and heater.
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burblefox - Posts: 14
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Re: Guppy quarantine duration?
I disagree. Even store-bought Guppies can carry parasites or bacteria. A month gives you time to catch anything that might pop up late.