Endler Livebearer
Poecilia wingei compatibility profile. Find the best tank mates by checking water parameters, aquarium swim zone pressure, social rules, and shrimp-safe verifications.
Core facts & bioload limits
Adult size1.25"
Minimum tank10 gal
Temperamentpeaceful
Group5+
- temperature72-82F
- pH7-8.2
- water_hardnessGH 8-20 dGH | KH 4-12 dKH
- plant_safetysafe
- shrimp_safetycaution
- algae_eating_rolenone
- beginner_suitabilitybeginner
Community planning & swim zone pressure
When planning a community around Endler Livebearer, consider the aquarium swim zone pressure. This species primarily occupies the topmiddle zone. Balance the setup by choosing tank mates that occupy the top or bottom zones to reduce crowding and stress.
Care caveats
- notesTiny, very active livebearer; breeds readily and behaves like a smaller, busier guppy.
- caveatActive livebearer that breeds readily in stable warm water — expect a growing population and have a rehoming plan if you keep mixed sexes.
- caveatBest kept in groups of 5 or more so activity is dispersed; lone or paired males still chase females.
- caveatManage sex ratio by keeping more females than males, or keep a male-only group when breeding is not the goal.
- caveatAvoid known fin-nippers and large predatory tankmates; small body size makes endlers easy targets.
Compatible tank mates
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- Black Rose Shrimpyellowshrimp_predation_risk | minimum 10 galCheck this pair in the planner ->
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