Metallic Silver Red Endler (Poecilia wingei)
The Metallic Silver Red Endler is a small, active freshwater livebearer known for its bright red accents, metallic silver shine, and lively personality. Endlers are excellent nano fish for planted aquariums, beginner community tanks, and hobbyists who enjoy colorful, active fish that stay small.
Metallic Silver Red Endlers are peaceful, hardy, and easy to care for when kept in a clean, stable aquarium. Their small size and constant movement make them a great choice for planted tanks, desktop aquariums, and peaceful community setups with other small fish.
Metallic Silver Red Endler Care
- Scientific Name: Poecilia wingei
- Common Names: Metallic Silver Red Endler, Endler Livebearer, Fancy Endler
- Care Level: Beginner
- Temperament: Peaceful and active
- Adult Size: Around 1–1.5 inches
- Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons or larger
- Tank Level: Middle to top swimmer
- Water Temperature: 72–80°F
- pH Range: 6.8–8.0
- Diet: Omnivore
Tank Setup
Metallic Silver Red Endlers do best in a mature aquarium with clean water, gentle filtration, and plenty of plants. Live plants, mosses, floating plants, and fine-leaved plants provide cover and help fry survive if breeding occurs.
Endlers are active top and mid-level swimmers, so provide open swimming space along with plants and hiding areas. A secure lid is recommended because small livebearers may jump when startled.
Diet & Feeding
Metallic Silver Red Endlers are omnivores and accept a wide variety of small foods. Because they have small mouths, choose foods that are easy for them to eat.
- Crushed tropical flakes
- Nano pellets
- Baby brine shrimp
- Daphnia
- Frozen cyclops
- Small live or frozen foods
- Spirulina-based foods
A varied diet helps support strong color, healthy growth, and active breeding behavior.
Tank Mates
Metallic Silver Red Endlers are peaceful and do best with other small, calm freshwater fish. Avoid large fish, aggressive fish, or fin nippers that may stress or eat them.
- Small rasboras
- Ember tetras
- Green neon tetras
- Pygmy corydoras
- Otocinclus catfish
- Small peaceful snails
- Neocaridina shrimp, with caution
Use caution with shrimp breeding tanks, as Endlers may eat very small baby shrimp.
Breeding
Endlers are livebearers, meaning females give birth to free-swimming fry instead of laying eggs. They can breed easily in a healthy aquarium, especially when males and females are kept together.
If you do not want frequent breeding, consider keeping an all-male group. Male Endlers are usually more colorful, smaller, and display more intense patterns.
Important Care Notes
- Great beginner-friendly nano fish
- Peaceful and active
- Best kept in groups
- Breeds easily in healthy aquariums
- Use a secure lid to help prevent jumping
- Avoid large or aggressive tank mates
Why Buy Metallic Silver Red Endlers from Tropical Treasures Wyo?
At Tropical Treasures Wyo, we offer freshwater fish, nano fish, livebearers, shrimp, snails, live aquatic plants, and aquarium supplies for hobbyists of all experience levels. Our team can help you choose the right tank mates, foods, plants, and aquarium setup for your Metallic Silver Red Endlers.
Local pickup is available in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Shipping may be available when weather and livestock safety allow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Metallic Silver Red Endlers beginner friendly?
Yes. Metallic Silver Red Endlers are hardy, peaceful, and easy to care for, making them a great beginner freshwater fish.
How big do Metallic Silver Red Endlers get?
Endlers usually stay small, around 1–1.5 inches, making them a great choice for nano and planted aquariums.
Do Endlers need to be kept in groups?
Yes. Endlers are social fish and do best in groups. All-male groups are a good option if you want color without frequent breeding.
Will Metallic Silver Red Endlers breed?
Yes. If males and females are kept together, Endlers can breed easily in a healthy aquarium.
Can Endlers live with shrimp?
Endlers can often live with adult Neocaridina shrimp, but they may eat tiny baby shrimp. Use caution if your goal is to breed shrimp.
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