Endler's Livebearer: Tank Size, Tank Mates and Setup
A smaller relative of the guppy that works in tanks as small as 5 gallons. Keep three or more.
- Minimum tank
- 5 gallons
- Temperature
- 72–82°F
- Group size
- 3 or more
- Adult size
- 1.2 inTop of the tank
- Breeds as readily as guppies; a males-only group avoids fry.
Poecilia wingei. Figures are commonly published care ranges; see how it works.
How many Endler's livebearers per tank size
The most you could keep if Endler's livebearers were the only species. Open a size in the builder to add tank mates.
| Tank | Endler's livebearer, kept alone | |
|---|---|---|
| 5 gallon | Up to 4 | Plan this tank |
| 10 gallon | Up to 9 | Plan this tank |
| 20 gallon | Up to 23 | Plan this tank |
| 29 gallon | Up to 37 | Plan this tank |
| 40 gallon | Up to 51 | Plan this tank |
| 55 gallon | Up to 70 | Plan this tank |
| 75 gallon | Up to 96 | Plan this tank |
What you need for Endler's livebearers in a 5-gallon tank
A starting setup: 3 Endler's livebearers in the smallest standard tank that suits them.
5-gallon tank
- These fit a 5-gallon tank and get along. Aim for about 77°F.
- Endler's livebearers breed readily. Keep males only if you don't want fry.
Equipment, sized for this tank
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Endler's livebearer tank mates
These share a temperature range and temperament with Endler's livebearers, with no warnings from our checks.
Use caution with: angelfish, fancy goldfish. Add them in the builder to see why.
Plan a tank around Endler's livebearers
Add tank mates, check the stocking level and get the equipment sized for your tank.
Open the tank builderEndler's livebearer questions
What size tank does a endler's livebearer need?
At least 5 gallons for a group of 3. A larger tank is more stable and gives you more choice of tank mates.
How many Endler's livebearers can I keep in a 5-gallon tank?
Up to about 4 if they are the only species in the tank. Fewer if you add other fish.
Do Endler's livebearers need a heater?
Usually yes. Endler's livebearer does best at 72–82°F, which is warmer than most rooms. A 5-gallon tank needs about 25 watts in a 68°F room.
What fish can live with Endler's livebearers?
Good matches include bettas, neon tetras, cardinal tetras, ember tetras, rummy-nose tetras, black skirt tetras. They share a temperature range and temperament with Endler's livebearers.