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Japanese Blue Endler Guppy *Pair* (Rare)
Japanese Blue Endler Guppy *Pair* (Rare)
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Japanese Blue Endler Guppy: A Unique Aquarium FishÂ
The Endler's livebearer (Poecilia wingei), which resembles the guppy (Poecilia reticulata) and is popular among aquarium enthusiasts, showcases a variation called the Japanese Blue Endler Guppy that stands out for its beautiful coloration. The Japanese Blue Endler Guppy stands out for its vivid blue coloring which results from precise breeding techniques that emphasize deep blue tones in its body along with its fins and tail.
Important attributes:Â
Size: Male Endler's livebearers grow to be smaller than females with a length of 1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5 cm) which matches the size of other species in the Endler's livebearer group.
Coloration: The Japanese Blue Ender Guppy presents an iridescent blue body that displays green or purple shades and typically features a metallic shine. Males display brilliant hues with vivid blue fins and tails highlighted by darker patterns or contrasting elements.
Fins and Tail: Some male fish strains show fin color patterns that shift from blue to black with occasional orange highlights concentrated around their tails which spread out in a fan formation.
Temperament: These fish are perfect for community tanks because they exhibit both peaceful behavior and sociability. The combination of their vivid colors and energetic actions makes them highly recognizable.
The best habitat for these fish features aquariums with warm temperatures and abundant plant life while maintaining stable water conditions. Maintaining slightly acidic to neutral water conditions between pH 6.8–7.5 along with a temperature range of 72 to 82°F (22 to 28°C) promotes the health of these fish.
Reproduction: The Japanese Blue Ender Guppy gives birth to live young because it is viviparous as opposed to laying eggs like other livebearing fish. Female Japanese Blue Endlers produce multiple fry at regular two to three week intervals which showcases their substantial reproductive capacity.
Their attractive appearance combined with minimal care needs and excellent compatibility makes these guppies a favorite choice for aquarium hobbyists. Novice fishkeepers often receive recommendations to keep Blue Ender Guppies because they display strong resilience and versatile nature.
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