Guppy vs Red Sea Bream
Poecilia reticulata dibandingkan dengan Pagrus major
Taxonomy & Classification
| Atribut | Guppy | Red Sea Bream |
|---|---|---|
| Nama Ilmiah | Poecilia reticulata | Pagrus major |
| Ordo | Cyprinodontiformes | Perciformes |
| Famili | Poeciliidae | Sparidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Physical Traits
| Atribut | Guppy | Red Sea Bream |
|---|---|---|
| Panjang Maks. | 6,0 cm | 100,0 cm |
| Berat Maks. | 0,002 kg | 9,7 kg |
| Warna | Males display highly variable iridescent patterns on a gray-olive body; spots, reticulations, and solid patches of red, orange, blue, green, and black; flowing fantail fins often multicolored. | Pale rose-pink to silver-pink overall body with small iridescent blue spots on scales above the lateral line; bright pink-red dorsal fin; characteristic dark smudge at the dorsal fin origin in juveniles. |
Habitat & Environment
| Atribut | Guppy | Red Sea Bream |
|---|---|---|
| Jenis Air | Brackish | Saltwater |
| Kedalaman | — | 10-200m |
| Sebaran Geografis | Native to freshwater and slightly brackish streams of northern South America including Venezuela, Trinidad, and Barbados. Tolerates a wide range of salinities; introduced on every … | Northwestern Pacific from the Yellow Sea and East China Sea to southern Japan and the Philippines. Inhabits coastal rocky reefs, sandy bays, and brackish-edge habitats … |
| Habitat | Slow-moving rivers, streams, ponds, and drainage ditches of northern South America (Venezuela, Trinidad). Warm, shallow water with dense vegetation (22-28°C). Highly adaptable; introduced worldwide. | Shallow coastal waters and bays of the western Pacific, from Japan to Southeast Asia. Inhabits rocky and sandy substrates at 10-200m depth. Coastal and semi-pelagic; … |
Aquarium Suitability
| Atribut | Guppy | Red Sea Bream |
|---|---|---|
| Ukuran Tangki Min. | 38 L | — |
| Suhu | 22-28 | — |
| Rentang pH | 6.8-7.8 | — |
| Tingkat Perawatan | Easy | — |
| Temperamen | Peaceful | — |
Informasi Perikanan
| Atribut | Guppy | Red Sea Bream |
|---|---|---|
| Ikan Buruan | Tidak | Ya |
| Peringkat Perlawanan | — | 5/10 |
| Rekor Dunia | — | — |
| Kadar Merkuri | — | — |
Cuisine & Edibility
Guppy
Not consumed — a tiny ornamental livebearer prized by hobbyists for its dazzling color variations and ease of breeding in the aquarium.
Red Sea Bream
Prized in Japanese cuisine as 'tai'; delicate, sweet white flesh with a clean oceanic taste and low fat. Excellent grilled whole, steamed, or served as sashimi on celebratory occasions.
Species Overview
Guppy
The guppy is one of the most widely distributed tropical fish, found in freshwater habitats across the Americas. Males display vivid colors and elaborate tail patterns to attract females. They are live-bearers, giving birth to free-swimming fry.
Red Sea Bream
The red sea bream, known as 'tai' in Japan, is considered the king of fish in Japanese cuisine. It holds deep cultural significance and is traditionally served at celebrations. Its delicate white flesh is prized for sashimi and sushi.