Male Cobra Mix Guppy (Poecilia reticulata male cobra mix)
£5.99
A 2.5 cm Tiger Green Male Endler Guppy, Poecilia wingei type, for mature planted community aquariums. Small, active and peaceful, with green-tiger patterning, fine-food needs and Live Arrival Guarantee.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Poecilia wingei
A 2.5 cm Tiger Green Male Endler Guppy, Poecilia wingei type, for mature planted community aquariums. Small, active and peaceful, with green-tiger patterning, fine-food needs and Live Arrival Guarantee.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
The Tiger Green Male Endler Guppy (Poecilia wingei type) is a small, energetic livebearer chosen for its bright green-tiger patterning, constant movement and compact size. It gives planted community aquariums a lot of visual life without needing the space of a large display fish, making it a strong choice for aquarists who enjoy active top-to-middle swimmers.
This listing is for male fish supplied at around 2.5 cm. The supplier identity is Poecilia endler male / tiger green, and the care advice here is anchored to Endler-type Poecilia wingei livebearers. Endlers are close relatives of guppies and may hybridise with them, so keep breeding projects separate if strain purity matters.
These fish are usually beginner-friendly in the right aquarium, but their small size means stability matters. They should go into a mature, filtered tank with gentle to moderate flow, settled water chemistry and peaceful tank mates that will not nip, chase or outcompete them.
Male Endlers are kept mostly for colour, movement and small-fish display. The Tiger Green form works especially well against live plants, darker substrates and soft background planting, where the green tones and fine markings are easier to see. A small group gives a better effect than a single fish because the males stay busy and visible through the day.
A male-only group is the easiest option if you want colour without fry. Mixed groups can breed readily, and young fish may survive in planted tanks, so plan ahead before adding females. Because Endlers and guppies are closely related, do not mix them in breeding projects unless hybridisation is intentional.
Use a mature freshwater aquarium with stable filtration, regular maintenance and enough open space for active swimming. A 40 litre tank is a sensible starting point for a small group, while larger aquariums are easier to keep stable and give more room for compatible tank mates.
Planting is very helpful. Fine-leaved plants, mosses and floating cover give these small livebearers confidence and reduce stress, while open upper and middle areas allow natural movement. Keep filter intakes protected and use a secure lid, as small active fish can find tiny gaps when startled.
Avoid unstable new tanks, bowls and very small unfiltered setups. Endlers can be hardy, but they still need clean, oxygenated water with ammonia and nitrite at zero. Regular partial water changes and careful feeding are more valuable than chasing numbers after the fish arrive.
Prepare warm, mineral-bearing water before ordering. The practical planning range for this Endler-type listing is 24-30 C, pH 7.0-8.5 and around 10-30 dGH. Stability is more important than constant adjustment, so test your tap water and choose tank mates that enjoy similar conditions.
If your water is very soft and acidic, this may not be the easiest livebearer to keep long term. In that case, verify your water chemistry first and avoid mixing them with species that require very different conditions. A steady, suitable environment is the best protection against stress and weak condition.
Tiger Green Male Endlers are omnivores with tiny mouths. Use a good tropical flake crushed finely or a micro-pellet as the staple, then rotate in small frozen or live foods such as daphnia, baby brine shrimp or similarly sized items. Spirulina or vegetable-based foods can be useful as part of the mix.
Feed small portions that are eaten quickly. Overfeeding is a common cause of poor water quality in small livebearer tanks, and these fish do not need heavy meals. If food reaches the bottom uneaten, reduce the amount or switch to a finer particle size.
This is a peaceful, active community fish for calm aquariums. It suits other small, non-aggressive species that feed without bullying and do not nip fins. Good options include small rasboras, peaceful small tetras, dwarf Corydoras, Otocinclus, non-aggressive snails and other gentle livebearers where water chemistry matches.
Avoid large cichlids, predatory fish, fin-nipping barbs, large catfish and boisterous species that dominate feeding. Small Endlers can be stressed even by fish that are not openly aggressive, so watch new introductions carefully and make sure every fish gets food.
Endler-type livebearers give birth to live young rather than laying eggs. This male listing is ideal for display groups, but if females are present the group can breed readily. Fry survival improves in tanks with moss, floating plants and fine cover.
Keep Endlers away from guppies if you want to maintain separate strains. They are close enough to hybridise, which can be interesting for casual community tanks but is not suitable for preserving a named line.
Most problems come from stress, unstable water, unsuitable tank mates or overfeeding. Healthy males should be alert, slim, active and keen to feed. Watch for clamped fins, hiding, ragged fins, white spots, flashing or repeated losses of appetite, then test water quality before adding medication.
Quarantine new fish where possible and acclimatise slowly on arrival. Do not pour transport water into the aquarium. Keep maintenance consistent, avoid sudden temperature swings and make sure the fish are not being chased by larger tank mates.
Eligible livestock orders are packed for dispatch by UK live-animal courier and supported by the Tropical Fish Co Live Arrival Guarantee. Please have a mature, heated and filtered aquarium ready before delivery day so the fish can be settled calmly.
Float the sealed bag to equalise temperature, then acclimate slowly before transferring the fish with a net or container. Keep the lights low at first, avoid feeding immediately if the fish look stressed, and monitor behaviour closely over the first few days.
If you are building a colourful planted livebearer display, compare this fish with the Rose Endler Guppy, Yellow Tuxedo Female Guppy, Golden Tuxedo Male Guppy, Male Cobra Mix Guppy and Platinum Blue Dragon Guppy Pair. Keep breeding goals, water chemistry and tank capacity in mind when mixing livebearer strains.
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