Aquarist Species:  Poecilia wingei

Aquarist: SubmergedViolette

Species Profile: Poecilia wingei

Description:   True Poecilia wingei, commonly called 'Endlers', are small peaceful fish native to northeastern Venezuela. In the hobby a wide range of Endlers have emerged, many of which are hybrid strains resulting with guppies (Poecilia reticulata). Hobbyists use 3 classes to characterize them: 'N' documented as native strain, 'P' undocumented native strain, and 'K' hybrid forms crossed with guppies.

Category:   Livebearers

Global Region:   South America

Distribution:   Venezuela

CARES Classification:   Endangered

Aquarist Notes

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Line Traits:   Staeck Endlers

Year Acquired:   2026

Spawning notes:

Species Spawned:   Yes

Have Reared Fry?   Yes