Forktail Blue-Eye Rainbow

Experience a unique, eye-catching aquatic beauty with the Forktail Blue-Eye Rainbow! Perfect for both beginning and experienced aquarists, this species stands out with its blue eyes, yellow fins, and distinct fork pattern on the tail. Add a little sparkle to your aquarium with this 2-inch (5 cm) rainbowfish from Papua New Guinea’s clearwater streams – they almost look like they are waving pom-poms as they swim! Get your own Forktail Blue-Eye Rainbow today and see the difference it makes in your tank.

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They enjoy the waterto be stained with tannins (Almond leaves would be perfect as cover as well). Some floating plants such as Salvinia also give them a sense of calm. Java Moss is great to give the eggs and fry cover since the adults will try and eat them.

The Forktail Blue-Eye Rainbowfish is one of the most beautiful species of freshwater aquarium fish. Known for its bright blue eyes and vibrant colors, it is a popular choice for home aquariums. This Rainbowfish prefers to be kept in small groups of 8-10 individuals. We feed them a large variety of foods which include finely ground Northfin flake foods, small Northfin pellets (veggie, community, & bug pro), frozen foods.

Their scientific name is Pseudomugil furcatus.

Our Tank Parameters

• Ph:6.5to7.5
• Gh:6 to15
• Kh:2 to5
• TDS:100 to200
• Temp:70to78

TankRecommendations

• Leaves:Indian Almond or Guava
• Wood:Malaysian or Mopani
• Cones:Alder Cones
• Substrate:Pool Filter Sand