Pacific Blue-eye

Pseudomugil signifer

Família : Pseudomugilidae

PeixeÁgua doceBlue-eye

Robust and adaptable fish, tolerating a wide range of parameters, ideal for beginners.

Estado IUCN
LC
Pouco preocupante

Descrição

Pseudomugil signifer reaches up to 4 cm. Its body is silvery with blue highlights and a dark lateral stripe. Males have more developed and colored fins. It is a very tolerant species that can live in freshwater or slightly brackish water. It forms tight schools and is active all day. Its hardiness makes it an excellent choice for community tanks.

Habitat

Região :

Coastal streams, estuaries and freshwater to brackish marshes

Distribuição :

Parâmetros recomendados

Temperatura2228 °C
pH6.58
GH520 °dGH
KH312 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 25 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 1.5 mg/L

Cuidados

Dificuldade
1/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Aquário mín.
60 L
Grupo mín.
6
Tamanho adulto
4 cm
Esperança de vida
4 anos
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagação

Notas de cuidados

A minimum 60-liter aquarium is recommended for a group. Water can be soft to hard (GH 5-20), pH 6.5-8.0, temperature 22-28°C. Moderate filtration and standard lighting are suitable. The tank should have plants and open areas. Feed with flakes, pellets and live foods. Tolerates slight salinity (1.002-1.005). Regular 20% weekly water changes. Compatible with most small peaceful fish.

Referências