{"product_id":"black-cobra-endler","title":"Black Cobra Endler Poecilia wingei (Male)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eAdd a stunning burst of motion and intricate pattern to your aquarium with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"79\"\u003eMale Black Cobra Endler\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"104\"\u003ePoecilia wingei\u003c\/i\u003e). Known for their high energy, hardiness, and striking metallic snakeskin patterns, these premium livebearers are an absolute favorite for nano tanks and planted setups. The males display an intense, dark cobra pattern contrasted against vivid neon highlights, making them a true standout choice for any hobbyist looking to buy live freshwater fish online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attachment-container search-images\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-container spark-licensed-center hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted\" data-full-size-image-uri=\"http:\/\/aquaticarts.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Cobra-Endler-MF1_1200x1200.jpg?v=1534779699\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eQuick Care Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Laguna de Campoma and Cumana region, Venezuela\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 5 gallons (10+ gallons preferred for colonies)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Very Easy (Great for beginners)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/b\u003e Temp: 72–82°F (22–28°C), pH: 7.0–8.5, Hardness: Moderate to Hard (10–25 dGH)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Highly Prolific Livebearer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Background\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eEndler's Livebearers are native to the warm, mineral-rich coastal waters and lagoons of northeastern \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"101\"\u003eVenezuela\u003c\/b\u003e. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"116\"\u003eBlack Cobra Endler\u003c\/b\u003e is a selectively bred color strain derived from these wild populations, specifically stabilized to highlight the mesmerizing, dark metallic rosette or \"snakeskin\" patterns across the male's compact body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eEnvironment \u0026amp; Ideal Tank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eBecause of their small adult size (reaching roughly 1 inch), a single-sex group or pair can thrive in a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"104\"\u003eminimum tank size of 5 gallons\u003c\/b\u003e, though a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"145\"\u003e10-gallon aquarium or larger\u003c\/b\u003e provides a much more stable ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eBlack Cobra Endlers truly shine in a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003eplanted aquarium\u003c\/b\u003e. Dense groups of live plants like Java Fern, Anubias, and floating vegetation provide natural cover and shelter, making them feel secure while making their iridescent colors pop against the green backdrop. They appreciate moderate water flow and require stable, harder water conditions with a neutral to alkaline pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eThese fish are enthusiastic, active eaters. As natural omnivores, they require a varied diet to maintain their intense coloration and high energy levels. Feed them a high-quality daily base of crushed tropical flakes or micro pellets. Supplement their meals with live or frozen foods such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and cyclops. They also readily graze on naturally occurring biofilm and algae in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eIdeal Tank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eMale Black Cobra Endlers are peaceful, non-aggressive community fish that spend their days actively zipping around the middle and upper layers of the water column. Excellent tank mates include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003eOther peaceful nano fish (Rasboras, Neon Tetras, Celestial Pearl Danios)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003eCorydoras catfish and Otocinclus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003eFreshwater shrimp (Cherry shrimp, Amano shrimp) and ornamental snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid housing them with large, aggressive, or predatory fish (like large Cichlids or Angels) that could easily mistake these small livebearers for a snack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eBreeding Habits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eIf you are looking to breed fish, Endlers are among the easiest livebearers in the aquarium hobby. If housed with females, they will breed readily. Females give birth to live, free-swimming fry every 23 to 28 days. To maximize fry survival rates in a community setup, ensure your aquascape features plenty of dense mosses and floating plants where the babies can hide until they grow too large to be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe photos shown on fish product pages are representations of adult fish and are NOT the actual fish that you will be receiving.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease visit our “Ordering\/Shipping fish” page prior to checking out to familiarize yourself with our process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe ship fish exclusively using overnight shipping with either FedEx or UPS. We will not ship fish with lesser expensive shipping services like “Ground” or “Priority Mail”. This is to ensure the safety of the fish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUnless specified, all fish are sold as unsexed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KGTropicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41301056618560,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/keepfishkeeping.com\/products\/black-cobra-endler","provider":"KGTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}