Endler's Guppy Care Guide
The Endler's Guppy (Poecilia wingei) is a small, colourful tropical freshwater fish popular in the UK. Known for its vivid neon colours and constant activity, it's a favourite for nano and planted aquariums.
In this guide, you'll learn everything you need to know about Endler's guppy care, including tank size, water conditions, compatibility, breeding, and typical UK prices - plus how to buy or sell them locally.
Quick facts about Endler's Guppies
Endler's guppies are close relatives of fancy guppies but are generally smaller, more active, and often considered hardier. Males display bright fluorescent colours, while females are larger and more subdued.
They are peaceful livebearers ideal for community aquariums.
Poecilia wingei
2-4 cm
Venezuela
45L (10gal)
2-4 years
Peaceful, active
22-28°C
Omnivore (flakes, pellets, frozen, live foods)
7.0-8.0
£3-£15+ depending on strain
How Many Endler's Guppies Should You Keep?
Endler's guppies are social fish and should be kept in groups.
- A minimum group of 6 is recommended
- Keep more females than males (ideally 2-3 females per male)
- Larger groups encourage natural behaviour and reduce stress
Keeping too many males together can lead to:
- Persistent chasing
- Stress for females
- Minor aggression between males
They are most active and colourful in groups.
Ideal Tank Conditions for Endler's Guppies
Providing the right environment helps Endler's guppies thrive and display their best colours.
- Tank Setup: Planted aquarium with open swimming areas
- Substrate: Dark substrate enhances colouration
- Plants & Decor: Dense planting, floating plants, and gentle décor
- Water Conditions: Slightly hard, alkaline water preferred
- Filtration & Flow: Gentle filtration with moderate circulation
- Lighting: Moderate lighting
Stable water quality is important despite their hardy nature.
Compatibility with Other Fish
Endler's guppies are peaceful and excellent community fish.
- Good Tankmates: tetras, rasboras, corydoras catfish, kuhli loaches, and shrimp
- Avoid: aggressive fish and fin-nipping species
Because of their small size, avoid keeping them with large predatory fish.
Are Endler's Guppies Easy to Care For?
Endler's guppies are very easy to care for and ideal for beginners.
They require:
- Stable water conditions
- A varied diet
- Peaceful tankmates
- Regular maintenance
They are hardy, adaptable, and active fish.
Endler's Guppy Price in the UK
In the UK, Endler's guppies typically cost between £3-£15+ per fish depending on strain and quality.
Prices vary depending on:
- Pure strain vs hybrids
- Colour variety
- Availability
- Shop vs hobbyist breeders
Rare strains may command higher prices.
Where to Buy Endler's Guppies in the UK
Endler's guppies are widely available in UK aquarium shops and from hobbyist breeders.
Sourcing fish locally can:
- Reduce transport stress
- Allow you to assess colour and health
- Offer better value
TankMate UK helps connect fishkeepers who want to buy, sell, or rehome fish safely - without shipping.
Can You Sell Endler's Guppies?
Yes - Endler's guppies are commonly bred and sold by hobbyists.
Selling locally is often the best option, as it:
- Minimises stress for the fish
- Avoids the risks of shipping
- Helps preserve quality bloodlines
TankMate UK allows you to list fish quickly and find local buyers.
Breeding Endler's Guppies
Endler's guppies are livebearers and breed very easily.
Key Tips
- Keep more females than males
- Provide plants for fry cover
- Gestation lasts around 4 weeks
- Females give birth to live young
Adults may eat fry unless dense planting is provided.
Common Problems with Endler's Guppies
Overpopulation, often caused by:
- Frequent breeding
- Mixed-sex groups
Hybridisation, linked to:
- Keeping them with fancy guppies
Faded colours or poor health, caused by:
- Poor diet
- Stress
- Poor water quality
Why Endler's Guppies Are So Popular
- Brilliant neon colours
- Small size ideal for nano tanks
- Peaceful and beginner-friendly
- Easy to breed
- Highly active and entertaining
When kept correctly, Endler's guppies add constant movement and vibrant colour to planted aquariums.
Frequently Asked Questions
Endlers are generally smaller, more active, and display different colour patterns.
Yes, they are hardy and easy to care for.
Yes, they are prolific livebearers.
At least 45 litres, with planted areas and stable water conditions.
Looking to Buy or Sell Endler's Guppies Locally?
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