The Snake Skin Red Tail Guppy is a beautiful variety of guppy known for its striking coloration and distinctive tail pattern. Here’s a detailed overview of this guppy strain:

1. **Appearance**:

   - **Body Color**: The body of the Snake Skin Red Tail Guppy typically features a base color that can range from metallic silver to a lighter, almost translucent hue. The key characteristic is the "snake skin" pattern, which resembles the scales of a snake and provides a textured, patterned look.

   - **Tail**: The tail is a vivid red, contrasting sharply with the body color. It is usually large and flowing, adding to the overall visual appeal of the guppy.

2. **Size**:

   - Snake Skin Red Tail Guppies generally grow to about 1.5-2 inches in length.

3. **Temperament**:

   - These guppies are peaceful and social, making them suitable for community tanks with other non-aggressive species.

   - They are active and prefer to be kept in groups to feel secure and exhibit their natural behaviors.

4. **Water Conditions**:

   - **Temperature**: 72-82°F (22-28°C)

   - **pH**: 6.8-7.8

   - **Hardness**: Moderately hard water is preferred.

   - **Environment**: They thrive in clean, well-oxygenated water. Providing a well-planted tank with plenty of swimming space and hiding spots is ideal.

5. **Diet**:

   - **Basic Diet**: High-quality flake or pellet food formulated for guppies.

   - **Supplements**: Live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia can be added to their diet to enhance coloration and overall health.

   - **Variety**: A varied diet helps ensure they receive all necessary nutrients.

6. **Breeding**:

   - **Livebearers**: Snake Skin Red Tail Guppies give birth to live fry.

   - **Reproduction**: Females can produce a brood of 20-30 fry approximately every month.

   - **Fry Care**: To increase fry survival, separate them from adult fish or provide ample hiding spots in the tank.

7. **Care**:

   - **Maintenance**: Regular water changes, good filtration, and monitoring of water parameters are crucial for their health.

   - **Health**: A stable environment and balanced diet help prevent diseases and maintain vibrant coloration.

8. **Community Tank Compatibility**:

   - Ideal tank mates include other small, peaceful fish like tetras, rasboras, mollies, and other guppies.

   - Avoid keeping them with larger or aggressive fish that might stress or prey on them.

If you need more specific information on their care, breeding, or tank setup, feel free to ask!