Aru Blue-eye (Pseudomugil cyanodorsalis 'Aru')

Fish in the family Pseudomugilidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudomugil cyanodorsalis 'Aru'

FamilyPseudomugilidae

Also known asAru II Blue-eye

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful (active)

DietOmnivore

Adult size1.4 in

Minimum tank size10 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-84°F, pH 7.0-8.5, GH 8-22 dGH

Appearance

Tiny silvery body with iridescent blue back and a glowing blue eye; males show pale-edged display fins. A widely traded regional form of P. cyanodorsalis.

Difficulty and care for the Aru Blue-eye

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Indonesia (Aru Islands, brackish-influenced coastal creeks)

Keeper notes

Peaceful nano blue-eye from brackish-influenced water; does best in hard alkaline conditions, sometimes with light salt. Males display harmlessly.

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