How difficult is it to keep Forktail Blue-eye?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the ideal temperature for Forktail Blue-eye?

The ideal temperature for Forktail Blue-eye is 24〜28℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Forktail Blue-eye?

The average lifespan of Forktail Blue-eye is 3-5 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Forktail Blue-eye get?

Forktail Blue-eye typically reaches Up to 5cm SL (male) as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Forktail Blue-eye?

Forktail Blue-eye feeds on: Small dried foods and live or frozen brine shrimp and daphnia. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Forktail Blue-eye?

The price of Forktail Blue-eye varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Forktail Blue-eye

Intermediate

Pseudomugil furcatus

A small blue-eye with yellow-edged dorsal and anal fins and a deeply forked tail, from a restricted area of eastern Papua New Guinea. Males display to each other with fins spread, which is much of its appeal.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

24〜28℃

Lifespan

3-5 years

Size

Up to 5cm SL (male)

Diet

Small dried foods and live or frozen brine shrimp and daphnia

About

Pseudomugil furcatus is a small blue-eye confined to lowland rainforest streams of eastern Papua New Guinea between Dyke Ackland Bay and Collingwood Bay. FishBase records a maximum of 5cm SL for males and 4cm for females, pH 6.0-8.0, 5-12 dH and 24-26C. Seriously Fish gives 6cm SL, 24-28C, pH 7.0-8.0, 15-30 dGH and a 60 x 30cm base, and recommends groups of at least eight to ten. Allen erected the genus Popondetta for the species in 1980, which is the origin of its Japanese trade name; it has since been returned to Pseudomugil. It is an egg scatterer with no parental care and will eat its own eggs and fry. The IUCN lists it as Data Deficient and it is not covered by CITES.

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Lifespan of the Forktail Blue-eye

The Forktail Blue-eye lives 3-5 years.

All aquarium stock is believed to descend from a single collection, and inbreeding effects such as reduced fertility and lifespan are reported.

Size of the Forktail Blue-eye

The Forktail Blue-eye grows to Up to 5cm SL (male).

Temperature & humidity for the Forktail Blue-eye

The ideal temperature for the Forktail Blue-eye is 24〜28℃.

Basic Info

Origin

Eastern Papua New Guinea (lowlands between Dyke Ackland Bay and Collingwood Bay)

Lifespan

3-5 years

Care Specifications

pH: 7–8
Hardness (GH): 15–30 dGH
Water Temp.: 24–28℃

PeacefulGroupBreeding: Moderate

Sources: FishBase / Seriously Fish

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Pseudomugil furcatus Nichols, 1955

Synonyms: Popondetta furcata, Popondichthys furcatus

Authority databases: FishBase

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listedIUCN DD · Data Deficient

Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / IUCN Red List

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.