
Fish Species
Forktail Blue-eye
Pseudomugil furcatus
About
A small, bright yellow-finned blue-eye rainbowfish with a forked tail and constant midwater activity. It is peaceful, social and best kept in a group of at least eight. A tight lid is important because blue-eyes are capable jumpers.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Pseudomugil furcatus
Origin Region
Papua New Guinea, lower Kwagira and Peria Creek systems
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Omnivore
Care Difficulty
Beginner
Max Size
6 cm | 2.4 in
Water Requirements
Small Rainbowfish / Blue-eyeTemperature
23–28°C
pH
5.5–7.5
GH Hardness
3–12dGH
KH Alkalinity
2–8dKH
Min Tank Size
60L