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Spotted Blue Eye (Pseudomugil Gertrudae)
QAR 15,00
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Product description
Common Names:
- Spotted Blue-eye
- Gertrude’s Blue-eye
- Gertrude’s Rainbowfish
Species Profile
- Scientific Name: Pseudomugil gertrudae
- Origin: Northern Australia & Papua New Guinea
- Size: 3–4 cm (1.2–1.5 inches)
- Lifespan: Around 2–3 years
- Temperament: Peaceful, active schooling fish
- Difficulty Level: Easy to moderate
Appearance
This nano rainbowfish is famous for its:
- Bright electric blue eyes
- Transparent silver-gold body
- Yellow-tinted fins with black spots
- Butterfly-like finnage in males
Males are more colorful and have longer flowing fins, while females are smaller and less vibrant.
Tank Requirements
| Requirement | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | Minimum 40–60L |
| Temperature | 22–28°C |
| pH | 5.0–7.5 |
| Water Hardness | Soft to moderately hard |
| Setup | Heavily planted aquarium with floating plants |
They love calm water, shaded areas, driftwood, and dense vegetation. Stable water quality is very important.
Behavior
- Very peaceful schooling fish
- Best kept in groups of 8–10 or more
- Males display beautiful fin-flaring behavior when competing for females
- Can be shy if kept in small numbers
They are excellent for planted community aquariums.
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Spotted Blue Eye (Pseudomugil Gertrudae)
QAR 15,00