Black Chest Endler (Poecilia wingei) – Striking Two-Tone Livebearer

🐠 Black Chest Endler (Poecilia wingei) – Striking Two-Tone Livebearer

The Black Chest Endler (Poecilia wingei) is a beautifully marked livebearer known for its bold black chest and vibrant orange-green body. Compact, active, and peaceful, this Endler variety brings unique contrast and color to any freshwater or planted aquarium.

Highly active and easy to care for, the Black Chest Endler makes a great addition to community tanks or small species setups. Their lively behavior, intense color, and hardy nature make them perfect for both beginner hobbyists and advanced collectors.

🌟 Key Features

🖤 Unique Black Chest Marking – Contrasts beautifully against bright metallic body colors
✨ Brilliant Coloration – Vibrant orange, yellow, and green hues under aquarium lighting
🐟 Peaceful & Active – Great for planted or community tanks
💧 Hardy & Easy to Breed – Excellent for beginner aquarists
🌿 True Endler Lineage – Authentic Poecilia wingei variety, not hybridized

⚙️ Care Guide

• Scientific Name: Poecilia wingei
• Common Name: Black Chest Endler
• Origin: Venezuela (Cumana/Campoma region strain)
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Adult Size: 0.8–1.2 inches
• Diet: Omnivore – quality flakes, micro pellets, baby brine shrimp, and vegetable matter
• Tank Size: 10+ gallons
• Water Temperature: 72–80°F
• pH Range: 7.0–8.2
• Lifespan: 2–3 years

💡 Tank Setup Tips

• Keep groups of 6 or more for natural schooling behavior.
• Add live plants like Hornwort, Java Moss, or Guppy Grass for cover and fry safety.
• Use gentle filtration and stable water conditions.
• Ideal tankmates include other Endlers, guppies, Corydoras, and shrimp.

❓ FAQ

Q: Are Black Chest Endlers peaceful?
A: Yes! They’re friendly and active community fish that do well with other small species.

Q: Do they breed easily?
A: Absolutely—females give birth to live fry about every 3–4 weeks.

Q: What do they eat?
A: They’re omnivores and enjoy flakes, micro pellets, algae-based foods, and frozen micro foods.

Q: Can I keep them with shrimp?
A: Yes, they’re shrimp-safe and thrive in planted shrimp tanks.

Q: Are they true Endlers or guppy hybrids?
A: These are true Poecilia wingei Endlers, known for their pure wild coloration and small size.