Gertrude's Blue-eye

Pseudomugil gertrudae

Familia : Pseudomugilidae

PezAgua dulceBlue-eye

Small bright blue fish, highly appreciated for its color and peaceful schooling behavior.

Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor

Descripción

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.

Hábitat

Región :

Swamps, slow streams and flooded areas

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2428 °C
pH67.5
GH512 °dGH
KH38 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 1 mg/L

Cuidado

Dificultad
2/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Tanque mín.
40 L
Grupo mín.
6
Tamaño adulto
3 cm
Esperanza de vida
3 años
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

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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