Gertrude's Blue-eye
Pseudomugil gertrudae
Family : Pseudomugilidae
Small bright blue fish, highly appreciated for its color and peaceful schooling behavior.
Description
Pseudomugil gertrudae reaches about 3 cm. Its body is translucent with metallic blue highlights, especially in males. The fins are often tinted yellow or white. It is a schooling fish that must live in groups of at least 6. It is very active and swims in the middle water column. Its small size makes it an excellent choice for nano aquariums.
Habitat
Region :
Swamps, slow streams and flooded areas
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
An aquarium of at least 40 liters is sufficient for a small group. Water should be soft (GH 5-12), acidic to neutral (pH 6.0-7.5) and kept between 24-28°C. Gentle filtration and moderate lighting are suitable. Plant densely while leaving swimming spaces. Feed with micro-foods, brine shrimp nauplii and fine flakes. Weekly 20% water changes are recommended. Avoid large or aggressive tankmates.
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