Aquarium species profile

Spotted Blue-Eye

Pseudomugil gertrudae · New Guinea and northern Australia

Minimum tank10 gal

Adult size1.5"

Care levelEasy

TemperamentPeaceful

Temperature72–82°F

pH range6.0–8.0

Diet

Omnivore – micro foods, baby brine shrimp, micro pellets

Compatible tank mates

Micro fish, shrimp, other Pseudomugil

Tank mates to avoid

Any boisterous or larger fish

Care notes

Tiny blue-eyed fish with spotted, transparent fins edged in yellow and black. One of the most beautiful nano fish available. Males display to each other with extended fins. Perfect for shrimp tanks and nano planted aquariums.

Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.

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