A small, graceful freshwater fish known for its shimmering blue eyes and delicate appearance, the Delicate Blue-Eye is a peaceful species popular among nano and community aquarium enthusiasts.
Water Parameters:
🏷️ Feature | 📋 Details |
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🆔 Common Name | Delicate Blue-Eye |
🧬 Scientific Name | Pseudomugil tenellus |
🌍 Origin | Australia and New Guinea |
📏 Max Size | Up to 3 cm (1.2 inches) |
🕊️ Temperament | Peaceful, shy |
🛁 Tank Size | 10 gallons or more |
⚗️ pH Range | 6.5–7.5 |
🌡️ Temperature | 72–79°F (22–26°C) |
🍽️ Diet | Omnivorous, small live/frozen foods, flakes |
🐠 Ideal For | Nano and peaceful community tanks |
The Delicate Blue-Eye (Pseudomugil tenellus) is a small, peaceful fish prized for its shimmering blue eyes. Ideal for nano tanks, it thrives in planted setups with gentle water flow and soft water.