{"product_id":"neon-tuxedo-endler","title":"Neon tuxedo Endler","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout the Neon Tuxedo Endler\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Neon Tuxedo Endler is a premium selectively bred variety of the Endler Livebearer, admired for its brilliant neon blue and green iridescence combined with the distinctive \"tuxedo\" pattern across the rear half of its body. Accented by vibrant orange, yellow, and black highlights, this stunning nano fish is a true standout in planted aquariums and freshwater community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the naturally occurring \u003cem\u003ePoecilia wingei\u003c\/em\u003e from Venezuela, the Neon Tuxedo Endler retains the species' compact size, hardiness, and energetic personality while showcasing enhanced colours through selective breeding. Males develop the vivid neon colours and tuxedo pattern, while females are larger with a more subtle silver-grey appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeon Tuxedo Endlers thrive in heavily planted aquariums with open swimming areas and stable water conditions. They are highly active and social, making them ideal companions for Corydoras, Celestial Pearl Danios, Ember Tetras, Rasboras, Otocinclus, Medaka, and freshwater shrimp. Like all Endlers, they are prolific livebearers and breed readily in the home aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA varied diet of premium micro pellets, crushed flakes, baby brine shrimp, daphnia, cyclops, microworms, and other live or frozen foods will maximise their neon colours and maintain excellent health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColourful, peaceful, and incredibly active, the Neon Tuxedo Endler is one of the finest nano livebearers available for planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePoecilia wingei\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeon Tuxedo Endler\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptive-bred variety of a species native to Venezuela\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.5–4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDiet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmnivore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e40 Litres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e22–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003epH\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7.0–8.2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWater Hardness\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8–25 dGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2–4 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNano aquariums, planted tanks, shrimp aquariums, and peaceful community aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Neon Tuxedo Endler?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Neon Tuxedo Endler is a selectively bred Endler Livebearer featuring a dark tuxedo pattern on the rear of the body with brilliant neon blue, green, orange, and yellow highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Neon Tuxedo Endlers good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They are hardy, peaceful, and very easy to care for, making them an excellent fish for both beginners and experienced aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Neon Tuxedo Endlers eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey thrive on premium micro pellets, crushed flakes, baby brine shrimp, daphnia, cyclops, microworms, and other small live or frozen foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Neon Tuxedo Endlers live with shrimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They are excellent companions for Cherry Shrimp, Amano Shrimp, and other dwarf shrimp. Newly hatched shrimplets may occasionally be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Neon Tuxedo Endlers breed with Guppies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Endlers can hybridise with Common Guppies (\u003cem\u003ePoecilia reticulata\u003c\/em\u003e). If maintaining a pure Endler bloodline is important, they should be kept separately from Guppies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMixing them with Common Guppies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeon Tuxedo Endlers readily hybridise with Guppies, producing offspring that are no longer pure Endlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKeeping too few fish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are social fish and are most active and confident when kept in groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePoor water quality\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable water conditions, good filtration, and regular water changes are essential for maintaining vibrant colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOverfeeding\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed small amounts once or twice daily to prevent obesity and maintain excellent water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHousing with aggressive fish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid large cichlids and fin-nipping species that may stress these small, peaceful fish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Male","offer_id":48868671127691,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Female","offer_id":48868671160459,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/2c7e3ade-0d21-4aac-90a5-4c2256ec4349_2311985e-ad6f-41d2-b307-2b602b72ec17.png?v=1786014317","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/neon-tuxedo-endler","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}