Muppy fish! Molly and Guppy hybrid? (Explained)

Many people have recently wondered about Muppy fish. So, what exactly is it? Doesn’t Muppy sound similar to Molly or Guppy? Is it true that Muppy fish exist?

This article will answer all of your questions about this topic. So, without further delay, let’s get to the point.

What is Muppy fish?

Some YouTubers have recently attempted to crossbreed molly and guppy fish. Surprisingly, they succeed. Golly is the name given to a hybrid formed between a male guppy and a female molly. On the other hand, if the hybrid is the result of mating between a male molly and a female guppy, it is known as Muppy.

Okay, now the question is, “is it possible to crossbreed molly and guppy?”. In the following paragraphs, I will respond to each question that comes to mind. Stay tuned.

A quick overview of molly and guppy fish

Molly fish are the favorite fish of many fish keepers. These fish are famous for having simple care needs. Molly fish are well-liked by newbie fish keepers because they can grow in any situation.

They are calm and get along with other fish. Mollies are gentle fish that hardly ever display hostility when kept in a calm aquarium condition with friendly tank mates.

Guppy fish are among the most well-liked aquarium species. They are also easy to maintain and newbie-friendly fish like molly. They are well-liked due to their vivid colors, energetic attitudes, and simple breeding.

Fin nipping is the only small expression of hostility you may see in your guppy fish. Fortunately, you can quickly and effectively solve that issue with a bit of preparation.

Fish	Care Level	Guppy
Temperament	Peaceful	Peaceful
Minimum Tank Size	10 gallons	5 gallons
Diet	Omnivores	Omnivores
Breeding	Livebearer	Livebearer
Care level	Easy	Easy
pH	7.5 to 8.5	7.0 to 8.0
Temperature	74 to 78F	78 F 72 to 80 F

Can Muppy Fish be created?

Molly and guppy fish may crossbreed. However, Muppy, or male molly and female guppy crossbreeding, is impossible. Let’s look at why it’s impossible.

Mollies are bigger than guppy fish. As a result, the fry must be as large as the male molly. So the fry may not be tolerated by female guppies, and the female guppy may die while giving birth. So Muppy seems to be challenging to make.

What about the gollies? Mollies, as we all know, are larger than guppies. So, is it possible to make goolies? Yes, the answer is yes. Making Gollies is possible because female mollies can give birth to the Golly.

Gollies are the best choice since they are stronger and do not make birth more difficult for female Mollies. Due to their size, mollies may bear gollies all the way to delivery. Now the question is how to crossbreed them. Okay, let’s discuss how to do it.

How to crossbreed Molly and Guppy?

If you are a newbie aquarist, you have to follow some cautions. I’ve described the actions you’ll need to take to breed them effectively. So as I said, creating Muppy fish will be risky. We will discuss the process for making Golly.

Step-1

You have to maintain the proper water temperature in your tank. The preferable water temperature is between 22 to 25 degrees Celsius. Slightly warmer water will enhance the breeding success rate. So if you don’t have a thermometer, buy one from your local pet store.

Step-2

You have to maintain the ph level in your aquarium. Keep the water natural, neither acidic nor basic. Therefore, you should maintain a pH of 7.0 to 7.5 in your aquarium water.

Step-3

Pick the appropriate fish. The sort of fish you choose will reflect the outcomes you’re aiming for. I suggest selecting mature and healthier fish for a better result. For greater advice, speak with an experienced veterinarian.

Step-4

Put the female Mollies in a dedicated breeding aquarium after they get pregnant. There are two reasons for putting them in a separate tank. First, they will be in a safer place where nothing bad can happen. Second, you may monitor the pregnancy all the way through to delivery.

Step-5

Relocate the parents from the breeding aquarium to the main tank. It is crucial because they may eat their fries.

Precautions while crossbreeding

Follow the required cautions listed below while crossbreeding.

Breeding tank size

Your fish need relaxed swimming after giving birth, so your breeding tank should be larger enough. If they don’t discover their tank mates, they may become anxious, so you should allow them plenty of room to swim.

Fish ratio

When breeding hybrids, the proportion of mollies and guppies in your breeding aquarium is crucial. Ideally, you could generate more hybrid fries the more fish there were. Inversely, crossbreeding might bring in some unexpected results. So add two to three Mollies per each male Guppy.

Ideal environment

Making and maintaining the ideal environment for your fish is crucial. As I mentioned, the water temperature and ph should be maintained while breeding. A bad environment can kill your fish without any question. And a good ecosystem can enhance the success rate, and your fish may produce more fries than you expect.

Rich diet

Obviously, diet is more important while breeding. You should feed your breeding pairs properly to encourage the breeding process. Fly, flakes, and worms make up the ideal diet for breeding pairs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Conclusion

So now you may understand what a Muppy fish is. I hope you enjoyed this article. If you have any doubts, please ask me in the comment section. I will see you in my next post.