Forktail Blue-eye (Pseudomugil furcatus)

Fish Species

Forktail Blue-eye

Pseudomugil furcatus

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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-eye

Temperature

23–28°C

pH

5.5–7.5

GH Hardness

3–12dGH

KH Alkalinity

2–8dKH

Min Tank Size

60L