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Endler's Livebearer (Poecilia wingei) in a freshwater aquarium

Poeciliidae

Endler's Livebearer

Poecilia wingei

Endler's Livebearers are beginner-level peaceful aquarium residents that reach about 1.4 in. Endler's Livebearers prefer harder, more alkaline water than many soft-water fish. They are usually peaceful but should not be kept with fin nippers or fish large enough to eat them.

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Quick Stats

Tank

10+ gal

pH

6.8-8

Temp

72-82F

Size

1.4 in

Temperament

Peaceful

Care

Beginner

Swim Level

Middle

Group

Solo or pair

Endler's Livebearer Care Guide

The Endler's Livebearer (Poecilia wingei) is a beginner-level freshwater aquarium resident from Venezuela. It reaches about 1.4 inches and should be kept in tanks of at least 10 gallons.

Keep water near pH 6.8-8, temperature 72-82F, and hardness 8-25 dH. Feed omnivore, flakes, vegetables with 1-2 small feedings daily.

Endler's Livebearers prefer harder, more alkaline water than many soft-water fish. They are usually peaceful but should not be kept with fin nippers or fish large enough to eat them.

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