- Scientific Name: Poecilia wingei
- Common Names: Red Chest Endlers, Endler’s Livebearer
- Origin: Native to Venezuela
- Lifespan: 2-3 years
- Size:
- Males: 1.2-1.5 inches (3-4 cm)
- Females: 1.5-2 inches (4-5 cm)
- Coloration:
- Males: Bright red chest with blue/green body
- Females: Silvery with vertical stripes
- Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons
- Water Temperature: 72-82°F (22-28°C)
- pH: 6.5-7.5
- Diet: Omnivorous; live/frozen foods, flake, and algae-based foods
- Temperament: Peaceful, active, and social
- Breeding: Livebearers; give birth to live fry (5-30 per batch)
- Compatibility: Best with small, peaceful tankmates like Tetras, Corydoras, and Snails
- Care Tips:
- Keep in groups
- Provide planted tanks with hiding spots
- Regular water changes and stable parameters are important
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