{"product_id":"calamansi-orange-glass-belly-guppy-poecilia-reticulata","title":"Calamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; line-height: 1.75;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppy (Poecilia reticulata)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA rare modern Glass Belly Guppy strain combining warm calamansi-orange coloration with the translucent abdominal trait that makes Glass Belly guppies so distinctive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Calamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppy is a selectively bred \u003cem\u003ePoecilia reticulata\u003c\/em\u003e strain developed around two highly desirable traits: rich warm orange coloration and the translucent Glass Belly phenotype.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown in parts of the Asian guppy hobby as “Kaman Orange”, we use the English trade name \u003cstrong\u003eCalamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppy\u003c\/strong\u003e to preserve the strain identity while making the name clear and searchable for North American aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass Belly guppies are known for reduced opacity through the abdominal area, allowing internal structures to remain much more visible than in standard guppies. Combined with the warm orange colour of this line, the result is a highly unusual fish that looks noticeably different from ordinary Orange, Koi, or Red guppies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this guppy stands out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive Calamansi Orange colour strain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransparent to translucent Glass Belly phenotype\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm orange, citrus, and orange-red visual tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern collector guppy with limited availability in the North American hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful livebearer suitable for planted community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent breeding project for experienced guppy keepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong visual difference from standard Orange Koi Glass Belly Guppies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFancy guppy collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass Belly Guppy enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelective guppy breeding projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomers looking for rare guppies in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarists looking for unusual orange livebearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopick Aquarium Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith modern guppy strains, the strain name is only part of the story. Body shape, orange coverage, transparency, finnage, sex, age, and individual genetics can all influence how each fish looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppies may therefore vary slightly from one individual to another. Juveniles can also continue developing stronger orange colour and more defined finnage as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend evaluating this strain as a complete fish rather than expecting every individual to reproduce one reference photo exactly. A strong breeding line should maintain the overall Calamansi Orange and Glass Belly identity while still allowing natural individual variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does “Glass Belly” Mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Glass Belly” is an aquarium trade term used for guppies with unusually translucent abdominal tissue. Compared with standard guppies, internal structures can be much more visible through the belly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis trait is especially noticeable in females because of their larger abdominal area. Pregnant Glass Belly females may also make developing fry much easier to observe than in conventional guppies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass Belly does not mean the entire fish is completely transparent. The amount of transparency varies with genetics, sex, colour strain, age, lighting, and the individual fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalamansi Orange vs Orange Koi Glass Belly Guppy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalamansi Orange Glass Belly and Orange Koi Glass Belly Guppies should be treated as separate strains rather than interchangeable names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalamansi Orange Glass Belly:\u003c\/strong\u003e selected around a warm calamansi-orange colour direction combined with the Glass Belly phenotype\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrange Koi Glass Belly:\u003c\/strong\u003e generally selected around a more recognizable Koi-style orange and contrasting body pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExact colour expression can vary between breeding lines, so strain identity should be maintained through selective breeding rather than judged from colour alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMale vs Female\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other fancy guppies, Calamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppies show clear differences between mature males and females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMales:\u003c\/strong\u003e smaller and slimmer, usually with stronger colour and more developed ornamental finnage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFemales:\u003c\/strong\u003e larger-bodied with a more visible abdominal area and typically more subtle finnage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePregnant females:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Glass Belly trait can make the developing abdomen especially noticeable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJuveniles:\u003c\/strong\u003e colour, finnage, and final body appearance continue developing as the fish matures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Group Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppies are peaceful, active livebearers and can be kept in planted community aquariums with other suitable peaceful fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen keeping both sexes together, we recommend approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1 male to 2–3 females\u003c\/strong\u003e. Male guppies court females frequently, and keeping several females helps distribute that attention and reduce stress on individual fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMale-only groups are also possible when breeding is not desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mature planted aquarium with stable water is ideal. Guppies are adaptable, but stability and good maintenance remain important for long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 gallons or larger for a small group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 gallons or larger preferred for breeding colonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted aquarium recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate filtration and good oxygenation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle to moderate water movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloating plants and dense cover are useful for fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure filter intakes when newborn fry are present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuppies reproduce quickly, so aquarium capacity should be planned around future fry rather than only the number of adults initially purchased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePoecilia reticulata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrade Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsian Hobby Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kaman Orange \/ 卡曼橘\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selectively bred Glass Belly fancy guppy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 22–27°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 7.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate to hard water preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 3–6 cm depending on sex and line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful and active\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuppies generally perform better in stable, mineralized water than in extremely soft, acidic water. Avoid constantly changing parameters to chase an exact number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA varied diet supports body condition, breeding performance, finnage, and natural orange coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality guppy or tropical micro pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality flakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaphnia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCyclops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpirulina or vegetable-containing foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple small meals are generally better than one excessive feeding. Avoid chronic overfeeding, especially in heavily stocked breeding colonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppies work well with peaceful fish that enjoy similar water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther peaceful guppies and Endlers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful small rainbowfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable rasboras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall peaceful catfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmano Shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult Neocaridina Shrimp in suitable setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids, fin nippers, large predators, and fish likely to damage long guppy fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShrimp Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult dwarf shrimp can usually coexist with guppies in a heavily planted aquarium, but guppies will opportunistically eat very small shrimplets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf maximum shrimp reproduction is the goal, a shrimp-only aquarium remains the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppies are livebearers. Females give birth to fully formed, free-swimming fry rather than laying eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause females can store sperm after mating, a female may produce multiple broods without another recent mating. This is important when maintaining a specific breeding strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf maintaining the Calamansi Orange line is the goal, keep the breeding group separate from unrelated guppy strains. Crossing with other Glass Belly, Koi, Mosaic, or colour lines may change the appearance of future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense moss, floating plants, or a separate fry-rearing setup can significantly improve fry survival because adult guppies may eat newborn fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintaining the Calamansi Orange Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern fancy guppy strains require selection if the goal is to preserve a consistent appearance over multiple generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect breeders with strong Calamansi Orange colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain the desired Glass Belly transparency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluate body shape and finnage together with colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid accidental crosses with unrelated guppy strains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep records if developing a dedicated breeding project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot every offspring will necessarily express the parent strain at exactly the same quality. Selective breeding is part of maintaining modern ornamental guppy lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanada-Wide Live Fish Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppy is available from Topick Aquarium in Canada when in stock. Local pickup is available in Markham, Ontario, and Canada-wide live fish shipping may be available depending on weather, route, and livestock condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalamansi Orange Glass Belly is a selectively bred aquarium strain, not a separate guppy species. Individual orange intensity, transparency, body pattern, finnage, sex, and appearance can naturally vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnless specifically listed as WYSIWYG, product photos should be considered representative of the offered strain rather than an exact image of every fish sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Calamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a selectively bred \u003cem\u003ePoecilia reticulata\u003c\/em\u003e strain combining warm orange coloration with the translucent abdominal trait known in the aquarium hobby as Glass Belly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Calamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppy the same as Kaman Orange Guppy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Kaman Orange” or 卡曼橘 is a name used for this strain in parts of the Asian guppy hobby. Topick Aquarium uses Calamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppy as the English trade name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Glass Belly Guppy mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGlass Belly describes guppies with unusually translucent abdominal tissue, making internal structures much more visible than in standard guppies. The amount of transparency varies between individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Calamansi Orange Glass Belly the same as Orange Koi Glass Belly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. They should be treated as separate ornamental strains. Calamansi Orange is selected around its own warm orange colour direction, while Orange Koi Glass Belly follows a more recognizable Koi-style colour pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Calamansi Orange Glass Belly a separate species?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a selectively bred colour and transparency strain of the common guppy, \u003cem\u003ePoecilia reticulata\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Glass Belly Guppies hard to keep?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir basic aquarium requirements are similar to other fancy guppies. Stable, clean, moderately mineralized water, good feeding, and appropriate tank mates are more important than chasing exact parameter numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does a Calamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppy get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdult size depends on sex and breeding line, but males are generally smaller and slimmer while females can grow considerably larger and fuller-bodied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Calamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppies breed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They are normal livebearing guppies and can reproduce readily under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill all babies look exactly like the parents?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot necessarily. Modern ornamental guppy genetics can produce variation in colour, transparency, finnage, and body pattern, so selective breeding is needed to maintain a consistent line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Calamansi Orange Glass Belly Guppies live with shrimp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdult shrimp can often coexist with them in planted tanks, but newborn shrimplets may be eaten opportunistically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mix Calamansi Orange Glass Belly with other guppy strains?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes for a display aquarium, but not if your goal is to preserve the Calamansi Orange breeding line. Guppy strains readily cross with one another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does my Glass Belly Guppy look different from the product photo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrange intensity, transparency, finnage, age, sex, lighting, and individual genetics can all affect appearance. 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