Pacific Blue-eye (Pseudomugil signifer)

Fish in the family Pseudomugilidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudomugil signifer

FamilyPseudomugilidae

Also known asSignifer Blue-eye, Eastern Blue-eye

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful (active)

DietOmnivore

Adult size2 in

Minimum tank size15 gallons

Water parametersTemp 64-82°F, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 6-18 dGH

Appearance

Slender silvery body with a bright blue eye and yellow-tinged, dark-edged fins; males show longer fin filaments during display.

Difficulty and care for the Pacific Blue-eye

Easy

Origin and habitat

Australia (eastern coastal streams and estuaries, fresh to brackish)

Keeper notes

Peaceful, hardy and tolerant of a wide range of conditions including cooler and slightly brackish water. Males display fins without harming others.

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