Delicate Blue-eye (Pseudomugil tenellus)

Fish in the family Pseudomugilidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudomugil tenellus

FamilyPseudomugilidae

Also known asTenellus Blue-eye

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful (active)

DietOmnivore

Adult size1.4 in

Minimum tank size10 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-86°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH

Appearance

Slim translucent body with yellow-tinged, dark-margined fins and a bright blue eye; males show extended fin rays during courtship.

Difficulty and care for the Delicate Blue-eye

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Australia (Northern Territory swamps and streams)

Keeper notes

Peaceful nano blue-eye; males display delicate fins to one another. Easily outcompeted; suited to a quiet planted nano tank.

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