{"product_id":"southern-blue-eye-rainbow-pseudomugil-signifer","title":"Southern Blue Eye Rainbow - Pseudomugil signifer","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSouthern Blue-eye Rainbow – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePseudomugil signifer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern Blue-eye Rainbow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a small, active Australian blue-eye rainbowfish with a slender body, bright reflective eyes and lively shoaling behaviour. Also sold as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePacific Blue-eye\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue-eye Rainbowfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern Blue-eye\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAustralian Blue-eye\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this peaceful species is well suited to mature planted aquariums, cooler tropical community tanks and temperate-style indoor setups. It is hardy and attractive when settled, but it should be kept in a proper group with calm tank mates and clean, stable water.\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 Southern Blue-eye Rainbow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pacific Blue-eye, Southern Blue-eye, Blue-eye Rainbowfish, Australian Blue-eye\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 signifer\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 \/ Lightly Brackish Tolerant\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 signifer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is native to eastern Australia, where it is one of the more widely distributed blue-eye species. Wild populations occur in coastal streams, creeks, lagoons, swamps, drains, estuaries and vegetated margins, and some populations may experience slightly brackish conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the aquarium, Southern Blue-eyes 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, roots, leaf litter and shaded areas helps them feel secure and display better colour.\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\u003eSouthern Blue-eye Rainbows have a slim, transparent to silvery body with bright blue reflective eyes. Depending on locality, sex, mood and lighting, the body and fins may show yellow, gold, silver, blue, black or orange highlights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMales are usually more colourful and develop stronger fin markings than females. Females are generally plainer and rounder-bodied when mature. Adults commonly reach around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.5–5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although some larger forms may reach around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6–7 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, Australian biotope-style setups and cooler tropical or temperate indoor aquariums. It appreciates stable water, good oxygenation, plant cover and open swimming room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern Blue-eyes are peaceful, but they are small and active, so they should not be kept with aggressive, predatory or very boisterous fish. They are best shown in groups, where males display to each other and the fish behave more confidently.\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 shoals 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 larger mixed group encourages natural display behaviour and reduces stress.\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 18–27°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.5–7.8\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 Southern Blue-eyes are adaptable, but they do best in clean, stable and well-oxygenated water. Avoid very soft acidic extremes, poor water quality and sudden parameter swings. They can suit unheated indoor aquariums where room temperature remains stable, but avoid prolonged cold conditions.\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\u003eSouthern Blue-eye Rainbows are peaceful shoaling fish suitable for calm community aquariums. Suitable tank mates include small rainbowfish, ricefish, White Cloud Mountain Minnows, small rasboras, peaceful tetras that tolerate similar conditions, pygmy cory-type catfish, Otocinclus and other gentle community fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid large predators, aggressive cichlids, fin-nipping species, boisterous barbs and very fast-feeding fish that may outcompete them. They should not be kept singly or in pairs, as low numbers can make them nervous and reduce display behaviour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern Blue-eye Rainbows are small omnivores and micropredators. Offer fine flakes, micro pellets, powdered foods and small slow-sinking or floating 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 shoaling 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 may display to females and rival males by showing brighter fin colour and spreading their fins.\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 Southern Blue-eye Rainbows only to a mature, stable aquarium with peaceful tank mates. Provide plant cover, open swimming space and good water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are generally hardy once settled, but they can be stressed by poor water conditions, rough tank mates or being kept in too small a group. A secure lid is recommended, as small active fish may jump when startled. If keeping them in cooler aquariums, make sure the temperature remains stable and does not drop too low.\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, with wild-type and locality forms sometimes available\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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