Campoma Endler

Poecilia wingei

Animalia›Chordata›Actinopterygii

Variety of Endler's Livebearer · Campoma

📍 Venezuela

A pure wild-type Endler strain originating from the Campoma lagoon in Venezuela, typically showing a metallic green body with an orange caudal peduncle and minimal pattern compared to more developed strains. Hobbyists value this strain for maintaining genetic purity; it does well in nano tanks and is easy to breed.

Size1.2"

Min Tank5g

School3+

peaceful

Zonetop

Care Guide

Diet

Campoma Endlers are omnivorous and thrive on high-quality flake foods, micro pellets, and small frozen foods like brine shrimp and daphnia. Feed small amounts once daily, offering only what they can consume in 2-3 minutes. Supplement with vegetable matter occasionally, such as blanched spinach or algae wafers, to support their natural diet of small crustaceans and plant material.

Behavior

These peaceful, active fish are prolific swimmers that prefer the upper water column and are best kept in groups of at least 3 individuals. Males display vibrant coloration and may engage in mild chasing during breeding season, but aggression is minimal. They are hardy, curious fish that adapt well to nano tanks and appreciate planted environments for shelter and grazing.

Breeding

Campoma Endlers breed readily in captivity with minimal intervention, making them excellent for hobbyists interested in selective breeding and genetic preservation. Females produce live fry continuously in established tanks with adequate vegetation and stable conditions; no special breeding setup is required. Fry are relatively large and easy to rear on finely crushed flakes and infusoria, though population control may be necessary in small tanks.

Tank Mates

Endler's Livebearer

Same genus, compatible water parameters, peaceful temperament, and similar size make them ideal companions

excellent

Red Cherry Shrimp

Peaceful invertebrates that occupy different ecological niches; fry may be predated upon but adults coexist well

good

Otocinclus

Algae-eating bottom dwellers with identical water requirements and peaceful demeanor; no competition for food or space

excellent

Amano Shrimp

Larger shrimp less likely to be harassed; excellent algae control and compatible water parameters

good

Anubias Nana

Hardy plant that provides shelter and grazing surfaces; Endlers will not uproot or consume it

excellent

Java Moss

Provides dense cover for fry and adults; creates natural breeding habitat while improving water quality

excellent

Common Diseases

Ich (Ichthyophthirius multifiliis)

Symptoms

White spots on body and fins, flashing against objects, rapid breathing, lethargy

Treatment

Raise temperature gradually to 28-30°C, perform daily 25% water changes, use aquarium salt (1 tsp per 5 gallons) or commercial ich treatment; maintain for 7-10 days

Fin Rot

Symptoms

Frayed or deteriorating fin edges, discoloration at fin margins, lethargy

Treatment

Improve water quality with frequent partial water changes, remove decaying plant matter, use antibacterial medication if severe; ensure adequate filtration and stable parameters

Velvet Disease (Oodinium)

Symptoms

Fine golden or rust-colored dust on body, rapid breathing, loss of appetite, scratching behavior

Treatment

Raise temperature to 28-30°C, perform daily water changes, use copper-free velvet treatment; darken tank to reduce stress and slow parasite reproduction

Bacterial Infection

Symptoms

Open sores, cloudy eyes, swollen belly, torn fins, behavioral changes

Treatment

Perform 50% water change immediately, use broad-spectrum antibiotic medication, isolate affected fish if possible; maintain pristine water conditions and remove uneaten food