{"product_id":"furcatus-rainbowfish-pseudomugil-furcatus","title":"Furcatus Rainbowfish - Pseudomugil furcatus","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFurcatus Rainbow – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePseudomugil furcatus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurcatus Rainbow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a small, energetic blue-eye rainbowfish with bright blue eyes, yellow fins and a distinctive forked tail. Also sold as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForktail Rainbowfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForktail Blue-eye\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurcata Rainbowfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow Forktail Rainbow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this peaceful species is ideal for mature planted aquariums with open swimming space, gentle flow and calm tank mates. It is hardy once settled, but it should be kept in a proper group where males can display naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Furcatus Rainbow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Forktail Rainbowfish, Forktail Blue-eye, Furcata Rainbowfish, Yellow Forktail Rainbow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePseudomugil furcatus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blue-eye Rainbowfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePseudomugil furcatus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is native to Papua New Guinea, where it inhabits rainforest streams with thick vegetation and clear, well-oxygenated water. These habitats typically include plant cover, submerged roots, shaded margins and open areas where the fish can swim in loose groups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the aquarium, Furcatus Rainbows do best in a mature planted setup with open swimming space, fine-leaved plants, floating cover and gentle to moderate water movement. A natural layout with plants around the edges and a clear swimming area in the centre suits them well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurcatus Rainbows have a slim, active body with bright blue reflective eyes and eye-catching yellow fins. The pectoral fins are often held out as they swim, giving the fish a distinctive fluttering appearance. The forked tail and yellow fin edging make mature males especially attractive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMales are usually brighter, more strongly marked and more active in display than females. Females are generally smaller and plainer, with shorter fins. Adults usually reach around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4–5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis species is well suited to planted community aquariums, small rainbowfish displays and peaceful tropical setups. It appreciates stable water, good oxygenation, swimming space and a proper group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurcatus Rainbows are peaceful but active, so they should not be kept with aggressive, predatory or fin-nipping fish. They are also best avoided in very rough communities where they may be stressed or outcompeted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA practical minimum is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 litres for a group\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a tank length of at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e recommended. Larger aquariums are better for bigger groups and mixed peaceful communities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in a group of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eat least 6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8–10 or more preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where space allows. A mixed group with several males and females encourages natural display behaviour and helps the fish feel secure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24–27°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.8–7.8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderately soft to moderately hard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Furcatus Rainbows prefer clean, stable and well-oxygenated water. They do best in mature aquariums with regular water changes, gentle to moderate flow and planted cover. Avoid poor water quality, unstable new tanks, very soft acidic extremes and low oxygen levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Community Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurcatus Rainbows are peaceful shoaling fish suitable for calm community aquariums. Males may display and chase lightly, but this is normal and usually harmless when the group is large enough.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable tank mates include small rasboras, peaceful tetras, small rainbowfish, ricefish, pygmy cory-type catfish, Otocinclus, peaceful livebearers in suitable water and other gentle community fish. Avoid large predators, aggressive cichlids, fin-nipping barbs, very boisterous fish and tank mates that prefer much cooler water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurcatus Rainbows are small omnivores. Offer fine flakes, micro pellets and small floating or slow-sinking foods as the staple diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplement with suitably sized frozen or live foods such as daphnia, cyclops, baby brineshrimp, mosquito larvae, rotifers and microworms. Their mouths are small, so food should be appropriately sized. A varied diet helps maintain colour, condition and active display behaviour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an active upper to midwater shoaling fish that spends much of its time swimming through open areas and plant cover. Males often display to females and rival males by spreading their fins, flashing their yellow markings and swimming in short bursts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreeding may occur in mature planted aquariums. Eggs are usually deposited among fine-leaved plants, moss or spawning mops. Adults may eat eggs and fry, so separate breeding arrangements are recommended if you want to raise young.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd Furcatus Rainbows only to a mature, stable aquarium with peaceful tank mates. Provide clean water, plant cover, open swimming space and good oxygenation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are generally hardy once settled, but they do best when kept in groups and fed small, varied foods. Avoid cramped tanks, rough tank mates and poor water quality. A secure lid is recommended, as small active rainbowfish can jump when startled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOccasional \/ Usually captive-bred or commercially farmed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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