Neon Blue-Eye Aquarium Care Guide
Pseudomugil simulans
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 10 gallons
- Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks with other small, peaceful fish such as other Pseudomugil species, small tetras, rasboras, and dwarf corydoras. Avoid housing with large or aggressive species.
- Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with plenty of hiding spots and open swimming areas. A dark substrate can enhance their coloration. They thrive in stable water conditions and benefit from a varied diet including high-quality flake food, micro-pellets, and live or frozen foods like daphnia, brine shrimp, and microworms. Good water flow is appreciated, mimicking their natural stream habitats.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 22-280C (72-820F)
- pH level
- 6.0-7.5
- Hardness
- 5-15 dGH
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