Forktail Blue-Eye Rainbowfish 6-pack
Pseudomugil furcatus
Origin: Puwani River, Papua New Guinea
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 5 cm
- Min Tank
- 40 L
- Lifespan
- 3–5
- Swimming Level
- upper
- Schooling
- Yes (6+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Very peaceful
About
Pseudomugil furcatus, the Forktail Blue-Eye, is a captivating nano rainbowfish from Papua New Guinea's Puwani River. Males display vivid yellow fins with black tips and electric-blue eyes. At just 4–5 cm, they are ideal for nano and planted aquariums. Unlike the similar P. gertrudae, P. furcatus prefers slightly harder, more alkaline water. A surface-skimming species that appreciates floating plants for cover. Best in groups to observe natural display behaviour.
Care Guide
Group of 6+ essential. Temperature 24–28 °C. Neutral to slightly alkaline water. Feed micro-pellets, baby brine shrimp, and frozen daphnia. Gentle filtration — no strong flow. Dense planting with floating surface cover. 40+ L.
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