Endler's Livebearer

Poecilia wingei

A tiny, dazzling livebearer closely related to the guppy. Avoid keeping it with guppies, as the two species hybridize freely.

Care Parameters

Adult size

4.5 cm

Min tank

41 L

Temperature

24–30°C

7–8.5

15–35 dGH

Diet

Omnivore

Temperament

Peaceful

Water zone

Middle

Difficulty

Beginner

Schooling

Best in groups; do not mix with guppies (hybridization).

Suitable Plants

Myriophyllum

A graceful stem plant with feathery, comb-like leaves that create a soft, flowing background effect. Also known as Parrot's Feather, it adds delicate texture to aquascapes.

Weeping Moss

A unique aquarium moss with fronds that droop downward, creating a distinctive weeping effect. Perfect for attaching to driftwood or rock overhangs for dramatic visual impact.

Java Moss

The most popular and hardy aquarium moss. Grows on almost any surface in almost any conditions. Versatile for attaching to driftwood, rocks, or creating moss walls.

Rice Paddy Herb

A aromatic stem plant with narrow leaves that develop purple undersides under strong light and iron supplementation. Adds unique color and fragrance to aquascapes.

Rotala sp. h'ra

A stunning stem plant that develops intense orange-red coloration under high light and CO2. Narrow leaves arranged in whorls create a striking background accent in aquascapes.

Compatible Invertebrates

Blue Bolt Shrimp

A striking blue color morph of Caridina cantonensis. Deep blue body with white banding. Extremely sensitive to water parameters — requires very soft, acidic water.

Cherry Shrimp

The most popular freshwater shrimp — bright red coloration, extremely hardy, and prolific breeder. The gateway species for shrimp keeping. Tolerates a wide range of conditions.

Ghost Shrimp

A see-through, feather-light scavenger sold by the handful. Tough across 3-15 dGH and a wide temperature band. Beware mislabeled tankmates: true Ghost Shrimp is Palaemon paludosus, while the larger, more predatory Macrobrachium species are often sold under the same name.

Nerite Snail

The best algae-eating snail for aquariums. Cannot reproduce in freshwater, so populations stay stable. Comes in zebra, tiger, and olive patterns. Will lay white eggs on glass.