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The Endler Guppy (Poecilia wingei), often called Endler's Livebearer, is a vibrant, small freshwater fish closely related to the common guppy (Poecilia reticulata). Endlers are prized for their neon-like coloration, compact size, and lively behavior. They are ideal for nano tanks, breeding projects, or aquascaped aquariums.
🐟 Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Endler Guppy, Endler’s Livebearer |
| Scientific Name | Poecilia wingei |
| Family | Poeciliidae |
| Origin | Laguna de Patos, Venezuela |
| Type | Livebearer, closely related to guppies |
| Lifespan | 2–3 years |
| Size | Males: 1 in (2.5 cm), Females: 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
🧬 Endler Guppy vs. Common Guppy
| Feature | Endler Guppy | Common Guppy |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Smaller | Larger |
| Coloration | Brighter, neon-like | Wide color range |
| Fins | Shorter, sleeker | Often elaborate and long |
| Hybridization | Can interbreed with guppies | Can hybridize with Endlers |
| Wild Types Exist | Yes (true wild strains exist) | True wild guppies are rare |
🎨 Color Varieties
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Wild Type: Green, orange, black patterns (especially in males)
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Selective Strains:
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Tiger Endler
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Blue Star Endler
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Black Bar Endler
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El Silverado Endler
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Red Flame Endler
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Females are usually silver-gray with faint patterns.
🏡 Tank Requirements
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | 5–10 gallons minimum (larger for colonies) |
| Water Temperature | 72–82°F (22–28°C) |
| pH Range | 6.5–8.0 |
| Water Hardness | Moderate to hard (8–20 dGH) |
| Filtration | Gentle (sponge filter ideal) |
| Plants | Live plants like Java moss, Hornwort, Guppy grass |
Lighting: Moderate; enhances color display.
Tank Lid: Required – Endlers may jump.
🧬 Behavior and Temperament
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Temperament: Peaceful, highly active
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Schooling: Males chase females constantly—best kept in ratios of 1 male : 2–3 females
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Tankmates: Compatible with:
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Small rasboras (e.g., Chili, Harlequin)
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Dwarf shrimp (Neocaridina)
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Corydoras
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Otocinclus
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Avoid fin-nippers or large fish
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🍽️ Diet
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Type: Omnivore
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Staple Diet:
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High-quality micro pellets or flake food
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Supplements:
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Live/frozen: baby brine shrimp, daphnia, microworms
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Vegetables: blanched spinach, spirulina flakes
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Feeding: Small portions 1–2x daily; avoid overfeeding to maintain water quality.
❤️ Health and Lifespan
| Common Issues | Prevention/Treatment |
|---|---|
| Ich | Avoid sudden temp drops, quarantine new fish |
| Fin Rot | Maintain clean, well-oxygenated water |
| Swim Bladder Disease | Caused by overfeeding or poor water |
| Stress from chasing | Maintain proper sex ratio and space |
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Lifespan: 2–3 years on average; longer in stable tanks with good genetics
🥚 Breeding
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Breeding Type: Livebearers (no eggs; give birth to fry)
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Gestation: ~23–28 days
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Fry Count: 10–30 fry per birth
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Breeding Tips:
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Males breed constantly—provide hiding places for females
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Plants like Java moss or spawning boxes help fry survive
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Adults will eat fry—separate or heavily plant tank
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Hybridization with guppies is common—not recommended if preserving pure Endler genetics.
✅ Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Beautiful neon colors | Very small – can be eaten by larger fish |
| Peaceful and great for nano tanks | May hybridize with guppies |
| Easy to breed | Males may harass females without balance |
| Hardy and beginner-friendly | Prone to overpopulation in mixed colonies |
📌 Quick Summary
| Trait | Info |
|---|---|
| Size | M: ~1 in, F: ~1.5 in |
| Lifespan | 2–3 years |
| Water Temp | 72–82°F (22–28°C) |
| Best Setup | Planted nano tank or colony tank |
| Diet | Omnivore – high variety recommended |
| Behavior | Peaceful, energetic, easy to breed |
| Tankmates | Small peaceful species |
🔬 Wild vs. Hybrid Endlers
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Pure Endler strains are kept by breeders to preserve genetics.
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Hybrid Endlers (crossed with guppies) may have more variety but lose original traits.
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Reputable breeders often label fish as "N-Class" (pure), "K-Class" (hybrid), or "P-Class" (pet quality).
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