Ivanstoffs Blue Eyes Care Guide
Pseudomugil ivantsoffi
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Bioload Score
1000
PeacefulModerate
- Max Size
- 4 cm / 1.6"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6 – 8
- Min Tank Size
- 40L (11 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Oceania
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
An omnivore that feeds on tiny aquatic invertebrates, zooplankton, algae and other fine food particles.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include other peaceful blue-eyes, small rasboras, peaceful tetras, pygmy Corydoras and small non-aggressive dwarf shrimp.
Good to Know
Pseudomugil ivantsoffi, commonly called Ivantsoff's Blue-eye, was named in honour of Australian ichthyologist Walter Ivantsoff.
Gender Differences
Males are more vividly marked, with larger, more colourful fins and stronger blue eye coloration, while females are plainer and more rounded in the belly.
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