Red Japan Blue Double Sword Male Endler (Poecilia wingei)

Red Japan Blue Double Sword Endler (Poecilia wingei) is a vibrant and attractive livebearer fish, known for its striking coloration and unique tail shape. Here are some key details about this fish:

Appearance

• Size: Typically grows up to 1.5 inches (4 cm).
• Coloration: Features a beautiful combination of red and blue hues, with distinctive double sword-like extensions on the tail

Habitat and Care

• Water Temperature: Prefers water temperatures between 72F to 82F (22C to 28C)
• pH Level: Thrives in slightly acidic to neutral water, with a pH range of 6.5 to 7.5
• Tank Size: Requires a minimum tank size of 10 gallons

Diet

• Omnivorous: Enjoys a varied diet of high-quality flakes or pellets, live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and daphnia, and occasional vegetable matter

Behavior

• Social: Peaceful and best kept in groups. Ideal tank mates include other small, non-aggressive fish such as tetras, guppies, and Corydoras catfish

Breeding

• Livebearer: Females give birth to live young. They are prolific breeders and can reproduce quickly in a well-maintained aquarium