Pacific Blue Eye Rainbowfish
Pseudomugil signifer
Pacific Blue Eye Rainbowfish is a peaceful middle-to-top swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 7 cm (≤ 2.8 in)
- Aquarium size
- 76 L or larger
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Middle to top swimmer
- Temperature
- 23–26 °C
- pH
- 6.5–7.5
- GH
- 5–15 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 2 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 2 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 76 L or larger. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 23–26 °C, pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Pacific Blue Eye Rainbowfish is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Pacific Blue Eye Rainbowfish should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Australia.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 76 L or larger.
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
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FAQ
How large does Pacific Blue Eye Rainbowfish get?
Pacific Blue Eye Rainbowfish reaches ≤ 7 cm (≤ 2.8 in).
What aquarium size does Pacific Blue Eye Rainbowfish need?
Use an aquarium of at least 76 L or larger.
Is Pacific Blue Eye Rainbowfish peaceful?
Yes. Pacific Blue Eye Rainbowfish is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.
What temperature is suitable for Pacific Blue Eye Rainbowfish?
Keep it between 23 to 26 °C.