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| Family: |
Pseudomugilidae |
| Species: |
Pseudomugil furcatus |
| Common Name: |
Forktail Blue-eye. |
| Size: |
Up to 2 inches (5.0 cm) |
| Habitat: |
ASIA: Known only from the lowlands of eastern Papua
New Guinea between Dyke Ackland Bay and Collingwood Bay. |
| Min Tank Size: |
At least a 20 gallon for a school in a community
setting. 10 gallon for a species tank. |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous, frozen, flake and live. Vary the diet. |
| Behavior: |
Active and peaceful. Schooling, more than 6 recommended. |
| Water: |
Temperature 75°F to 80°F (24°-26° C), ph 6.0 - 8.0,
Medium hardness, dH 5 to 12° |
| Care: |
Easy, provide plants and good water circulation. |
| Communities: |
Good, if kept with small and peaceful fish. |
| Suitability: |
Good for all. |
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