Red Neon Blue Eye Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil luminatus)

Quick Overview The Red Neon Blue Eye Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil luminatus) is a stunning, highly sought-after nano fish native to the swamplands of Papua, Indonesia. True to their name, they boast a fiery neon-red and orange body beautifully contrasted by brilliant, glowing blue eyes. The males display spectacular, elongated fins that they frequently flash during energetic courtship displays. Despite their intricate and delicate appearance, they are relatively hardy and make a mesmerizing, top-to-mid-water addition to carefully maintained nano aquascapes.

Tank Requirements & Local Care Tips

• Care Level: Intermediate

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons (Best kept in schools of 8 or more with a healthy mix of males and females)

• Water Temperature: 22°C to 26°C

• Temperament: Peaceful and active (Ideal for nano setups with dwarf shrimp, Pygmy Corydoras, and other small, docile fish)

• Bacolod Hobbyist Tip: Because these rainbowfish originate from heavily vegetated, tannin-stained swamps, they display their deepest red colors in blackwater or heavily planted setups. In Bacolod, you can easily replicate their natural environment by adding locally sourced, dried Talisay (Indian Almond) leaves to your tank. This softens the water and provides the slightly acidic, tinted environment they naturally thrive in. Stop by our shop to grab high-quality botanicals, dense live plants, and your new school of Red Neon Blue Eyes.