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Endler's Livebearer

Poecilia wingei

Endler's Livebearer (Poecilia wingei) is a schooling community species for a cycled 10+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 1.3 inches as an adult, 72-80°F water, pH 7-8.4, and beginner-friendly care. Keep a group of at least 6; larger groups often behave more naturally when the tank has room.

FlashyBeginner-friendly care
Endler's Livebearer, a flashy 1.3 inch aquarium species for 10+ gallon tanks
10 galMinimum tank
1.3 inAdult size
6Schooling minimum
72-80°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
7-8.4
GH
8-20 dGH
KH
4-12 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Peaceful
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
0/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore
Diet difficulty
1/5
Care difficulty
1/5

Planning Notes

gentle flowfry predatorsafe with adult shrimp

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