Black Tiger Endler
General
- Geographic Origin: Venezuela
- Latin Name: Poecilia wingei
- Other Names & Variants:
- Tiger Endlers
Characteristics
- Colors: Black , Blue , Orange , Red , Yellow
- Lifespan: 1.0 - 3.0 years
- Average Size: 1.47 inches
- Temperament: Communal
- Breeding Style: Live Bearer
- Substrate Preference: Sand
- Swim Zone: Middle
Foods
The following foods are recommended for Black Tiger Endler.
- Bloodworms (frozen)
- Bloodworms (live)
- Daphnia (frozen)
- Daphnia (live)
- Flakes
- Pellets
Water Parameters
Parameters below are based on research and fish keeping experience. Note that fish bred in captivity can adjust to different water parameters over time. Local selection may differ.
- Water Flow Preference: Slow
- pH:
6.75 - 8.5
- Temperature: 75.0°F - 86.0°F
Tank Mates
Below are recommended tank mates based on characteristics, behavior and water parameters.
The Black Tiger Endler is best kept in groups of 5.
- Apistogramma - Orange Flash
- German Blue Rams
- Gold Tetra
- Orange Head Rams
- Orange Rabbit Snail
- Yo Yo Botia