Endler's Guppy

Environment

Minimum volume 54 liters for a group. Prefers hard and alkaline water (GH 10-25, pH 7-8.5, temperature 24-28°C). Planted tank with open areas for swimming. Gentle filtration, avoid strong currents. Provide floating plants and hiding spots for fry. Medium to intense lighting enhances colors. Cover mandatory, jumper fish.

Feeding

Omnivore with insectivorous tendency. Feed 2-3 times daily in small quantities: quality flakes or pellets, live or frozen food (daphnia, brine shrimp, grindal worms, microworms), supplement with spirulina and blanched vegetables. Variety essential to maintain bright colors and vitality.

Health & common diseases

Endler's Guppy is hardy but can be affected by white spot (ichthyophthirius), recognizable by small white spots on body and fins. It is sensitive to fin rot (frayed fins, whitish edges) in case of poor water quality. Bacterial and fungal infections can occur after stress or injury. Good hygiene (regular water changes), varied diet and avoiding overcrowding help prevent most diseases.

Tips & tankmates

Peaceful species ideal for community tank with small calm fish (microrasboras, dwarf corydoras, shrimp). Avoid predators and fin-nipping fish. Very easy breeding: females give birth to 10-30 fry every 4-6 weeks. Beware of overpopulation! Maintain pure strains (not hybridized with Poecilia reticulata) to preserve genetics. Sensitive to water pollution: regular changes (10% weekly) essential.

Sources

• Seriously Fish - Poecilia wingei
• Fishbase - Poecilia wingei
• IUCN Red List - Poecilia wingei