The guppy is one of the world's most widely distributed tropical fish and one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish species.

They are highly adaptable and thrive in many different environmental and ecological conditions. Male guppies, which are smaller than females, have ornamental caudal and dorsal fins, while females are duller.

Wild guppies generally feed on a variety of food sources, including algae and aquatic insect larvae.

Here are a few interesting facts about Guppies.

• Guppies are highly prolific livebearers. The gestation period of a guppy is typically 21-30 days, varying considerably.

• They tend to be more abundant in smaller streams and ponds than in large, deep, or fast-flowing rivers.

• The size of guppies varies, but males are typically 1.5 cm-3.5 cm long, while females are 3-6 cm long.

• Guppies are well-developed and capable of independent existence without further parental care by the time they are born. Young guppies school together and perform antipredator tactics.

• These cute critters are available through the Living Science Material Center CO-OP page to study and keep as classroom pets.