Where Does Endler Guppy Live?

Endler Guppy lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Endler Guppy

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Shallow, typically less than 1 meter.

Environment

Found in warm, shallow, often stagnant or slow-moving waters, including lagoons, ponds, and ditches. These habitats are typically rich in aquatic vegetation and algae, with a substrate of mud or detritus. They are often found in areas with high organic content.

Geographic range

Endemic to the Paria Peninsula in northeastern Venezuela, specifically in the Laguna de Patos and surrounding areas near Cumana and Campoma. Isolated populations have been identified in various lagoons and coastal drainages within this region.

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