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Endler's Livebearer

Species: Fish Origin: Venezuela Size: Nano

Basic Information

SpeciesFish
OriginVenezuela
Size CategoryNano
CategoryFish
Original PurposeOrnamental

Vital Statistics

Body Length2.5–4.5 cm
Lifespan2–7 years
Senior Age Threshold5 years

Adult Preventive Care

Exercise NeedsBeginner care level
GroomingOmnivore
Annual Exam FocusCompatible: Corydoras, small tetras, rasboras, danios, honey gourami, cherry barbs, otocinclus, peaceful nano fish
Routine CareIncompatible: Cichlids (except dwarf), large barbs, predatory fish, fin-nippers, standard guppies (if pure genetics desired)

Health Predispositions (4 conditions)

ConditionOnset StageRiskHereditaryScreening
Ich (White Spot Disease)adultmediumNoN/A
Fin RotadultmediumNoN/A
Parasites (Skin flukes, worms)adultmediumNoN/A
Skinny DiseaseadulthighNoN/A

Breeding & Genetics

CHIC Required TestsEasy, livebearers, prolific breeders every 20-30 days, no parental care (may eat fry)
Recommended DNA TestsPoecilia wingei

Water Parameters & Husbandry

Water Temperature18-29°C
pH RangepH 6.5-8.5
Water Type & TankFreshwater, Min tank: 38L
DietOmnivore
Common IssuesDifficulty: Beginner. Temperament: Peaceful, active, shoaling

Behavioral Ethogram

LocomotionActive swimming, grazing on algae, exploring all tank levels (mostly middle/top), shoaling, constant mating displays by males
SocialPeaceful, active, shoaling
Stress/DisplacementColor fading, clamped fins, lethargy, hiding, loss of appetite, gasping at surface

AI Communication Decoding

AI-Trainable SignalsColor fading/darkening, clamped fins, lethargy, erratic swimming, hiding behavior, flashing/rubbing against objects
Context-Dependent VocalizationsColor fading, clamped fins, lethargy, hiding, loss of appetite, gasping at surface
Interspecies CommunicationWater type: Freshwater, pH: 6.5-8.5