{"product_id":"live-fish-japanese-blue-tail","title":"Live Fish Japanese Blue Tail","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Japanese Blue Tail Guppy (Poecilia reticulata) is a premium, selectively bred freshwater ornamental fish highly prized for its vibrant metallic body and striking blue tail fin. Originally developed through careful genetic selection in Japan, this hardy, peaceful, and energetic livebearer is a favorite for both beginner aquarists and veteran guppy breeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Physical Description\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eVivid Coloration:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a distinctive shimmering, metallic \"Japan Blue\" body that transitions into a contrasting, graceful blue tail\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Depending on the sub-strain (such as Blue Grass or Mosaic), the tail can range from solid electric blue to intricate speckled or patterned designs\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eSexual Dimorphism:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Males are smaller, usually measuring \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e1.5 to 2 inches\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, but they boast intense blue shades and elaborate, flowing fins\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Females are larger (up to 2.5 inches) with a more rounded body shape and display much lighter, subdued color tones\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eTail Variations:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e While most commonly found with a broad delta or fan tail, specific regional breeding lines also include distinct variations like the \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eJapanese Blue Swordtail\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e Key Characteristics \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eGenetic Background:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed in Japan through selective breeding. The \"Japan Blue\" gene is located on the \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eY-chromosome\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. This means fathers pass the distinct metallic blue body color directly to their male offspring.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eSize:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Males are smaller and sleeker, reaching \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e3.5 to 5 cm\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (1.5 to 2 inches). Females are noticeably larger and rounder, growing up to \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e6 cm\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (2.5 inches).\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eColoration:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Males display a striking \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003edual-tone look\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their bodies shine with a metallic, silvery-blue sheen, which stands out against their vivid, deep blue tail and dorsal fins. Females are mostly gray or silver, showing only faint hints of blue on their tails.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eFin Shape:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a prominent, flowing \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003edelta or fan-shaped tail\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. They also have an elongated dorsal fin that drapes elegantly over the back half of their body.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eReproduction:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Classified as \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eovoviviparous livebearers\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Instead of laying eggs, females fertilise eggs internally and give birth to fully formed, free-swimming fry after a \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e21 to 30 day\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e gestation period.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eActivity Level:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly energetic and \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003efast-moving swimmers\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. They spend most of their time actively exploring the top and middle layers of the water column.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Average lifespan ranges from \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e2 to 3 years\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e when kept in stable water conditions and fed a balanced diet.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cloningaquapets","offers":[{"title":"Adult","offer_id":46981207097542,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Breeding Pair","offer_id":46981207130310,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Trio","offer_id":46981207163078,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6764\/3334\/files\/japaneseblue.png?v=1786965574","url":"https:\/\/www.cloningaquapets.com\/products\/live-fish-japanese-blue-tail","provider":"cloningaquapets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}