Spotted Blue-eye "Gertrudae's" Rainbow - Pseudomugil gertrudae

Common Name: Boesemani Rainbow

Scientific Name: Melanotaenia boesemani

Family: Melanotaeniidae

Size: 4–5 inches

Temperament: Peaceful

Difficulty: Moderate

Native Region:

Lakes and tributaries of the Ayamaru region, West Papua, Indonesia

Tank Size: Minimum 30 gallons

Temperature: 74–82°F

pH: 7.0–8.0

Hardness: Moderate to hard

Decor: Open swimming areas, planted background, and clean, well-oxygenated water

• Schooling Fish: Best kept in groups of 6 or more to encourage natural behavior and coloration

• Tankmates: Excellent with other peaceful community species

• Diet: Omnivorous – feed high-quality flakes, micro pellets, live and frozen foods

• Behavior: Active midwater swimmer; males display brighter colors when vying for attention