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Closely related to guppies, Endlers (\u003cem\u003ePoecilia wingei\u003c\/em\u003e) originate from north-eastern Venezuela, where they inhabit warm, shallow bodies of water. Wild-type males display vibrant flashes of orange, green, black and metallic blue, while females are larger and generally silver-grey. Their small size and peaceful nature make them an excellent choice for planted community aquariums.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum adult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Males approximately 2–2.5 cm; females approximately 3–4 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, active and social. Wild Endlers are best kept in groups and mix well with other small, non-aggressive species. 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