Blue Star Endler (Poecilia wingei) – Shimmering Metallic Livebearer

🐠 Blue Star Endler (Poecilia wingei) – Shimmering Metallic Livebearer

The Blue Star Endler (Poecilia wingei) is a stunning freshwater livebearer known for its vibrant electric-blue body, orange highlights, and shimmering metallic pattern. Small, peaceful, and full of color, Blue Star Endlers are perfect for planted aquariums and nano tanks.

This striking variety combines hardiness and beauty—making it a great choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists. Males display intense blue hues with star-like iridescence under bright light, while females are calm and understated, ideal for breeding setups.

🌟 Key Features

💙 Brilliant Blue Iridescence – Glowing blue body with starburst metallic sheen
✨ Peaceful & Active – Great for community and planted aquariums
🐠 Compact Size – Perfect for nano and desktop tanks
💧 Hardy & Adaptable – Excellent for new aquarists
🌿 Easy to Breed – True Poecilia wingei livebearer with consistent color genetics

⚙️ Care Guide

• Scientific Name: Poecilia wingei
• Common Name: Blue Star Endler
• Origin: Venezuela (Cumana / Campoma regions)
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Adult Size: 0.8–1.2 inches
• Diet: Omnivore – high-quality flakes, micro pellets, baby brine shrimp, and spirulina-based foods
• 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 such as Java Moss, Hornwort, or Guppy Grass for fry cover.
• Use gentle filtration and stable parameters for best health and color.
• Pair with peaceful species like shrimp, Corydoras, and rasboras.

❓ FAQ

Q: Are Blue Star Endlers peaceful?
A: Yes—they’re very peaceful and great for community aquariums.

Q: Do they breed easily?
A: Absolutely! Females produce live fry every 3–4 weeks under good conditions.

Q: Can they live with shrimp?
A: Yes—they’re shrimp-safe and even help reduce excess algae.

Q: What enhances their blue color?
A: Bright lighting and a varied diet rich in spirulina and carotenoids.

Q: Are Blue Star Endlers pure Endlers or hybrids?
A: These are true Poecilia wingei lines selectively bred for their vivid blue coloration.