Red Neon Blue Eye Rainbow (Pseudomugil luminatus)
Red Neon Blue Eye Rainbow (Pseudomugil luminatus) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Red Neon Blue Eye Rainbow (Pseudomugil luminatus)
Description
Description
Red Neon Blue Eye Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil luminatus) is a dazzling nano fish native to Papua, Indonesia. Known for its vibrant red-orange body, iridescent blue stripe, and glowing blue eyes, it's a favorite among aquarists for planted tanks and nano setups.
Species Overview
- Scientific Name: Pseudomugil luminatus
- Common Names: Red Neon Blue Eye, Luminatus Rainbow
- Size: 1–1.5 inches (2.5–3.8 cm)
- Lifespan: Up to 2 years
- Temperament: Peaceful, social, active swimmers
- Difficulty: Beginner to intermediate
Tank Setup
- Minimum Tank Size: 15–20 gallons for a group
- Aquascape: Dense vegetation, floating plants, driftwood, leaf litter
- Lighting: Moderate to low (dark substrate and background enhance colors)
- Filtration: Gentle flow; sponge filters ideal for breeding tanks
- Tank Level: Mid to top swimmers
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72–79°F (22–26°C)
- pH: 6.0–7.5
- Hardness: 5–15 dGH
- TDS: 36–215 ppm
- Water Quality: Stable and clean; weekly water changes are essential
Diet
- Type: Omnivorous
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Staples:
- High-quality micro pellets or flakes
- Live/frozen foods: Daphnia, brine shrimp, microworms
- Occasional blanched vegetables (spinach, zucchini)
- Feeding Tip: Small mouths—use finely crushed or micro-sized food
Breeding
- Method: Egg scatterers; no parental care
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Spawning Setup:
- Separate breeding tank with spawning mops or fine-leaved plants
- Slightly cooler water changes to trigger spawning
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Egg Care:
- Remove adults post-spawning to prevent egg predation
- Eggs hatch in 7–10 days
- Feed fry infusoria or liquid fry food, then baby brine shrimp
Tankmates
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Compatible With:
- Small peaceful fish: rasboras, tetras, danios
- Dwarf shrimp (e.g., Neocaridina), snails
- Bottom dwellers: Otocinclus, panda corydoras
- Avoid: Larger or aggressive fish that may intimidate or eat them
Specifications
Specifications
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CategoryRainbowfish
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Species TypeBlue Eye
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Water Temperature
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Minimum Tank Size10 Gallons
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Water pH LevelAcidic, Neutral
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Habitat PreferencePlanted Tanks, Hiding Spots, Driftwood
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BehaviourCommunity Fish, Shoaling
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