Spotted Blue-Eye Rainbowfish
A tiny blue-eyed rainbowfish with spotted fins and a translucent body, the males flaring bright yellow-edged fins in display. Excellent in a small planted tank.
Feeding
Small foods: powdered flake, crushed micro-pellets, frozen cyclops and baby brine shrimp. Live foods bring out the best colour.
Compatibility
Peaceful and best in a species tank or with other nano fish. Keep in groups of eight or more with several males.
Behaviour and Personality
Males spend much of the day displaying at one another with fins fully spread. Short-lived compared with most aquarium fish, typically living one to two years.
Water Conditions
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Temperature | Warm water |
| Water Hardness | Soft water |
| pH Level | Slightly acidic |
FAQ
How long do spotted blue-eye rainbowfish typically live?
Typically live one to two years.
What kind of food should I feed them?
Feed powdered flake, crushed micro-pellets, frozen cyclops, and baby brine shrimp. Live foods enhance their color.
Can they be kept with other fish?
They are peaceful and best kept in a species tank or with other nano fish. A group of eight or more with several males is recommended.
Gordon Thomson –
The fish are very active and show off their bright fins when in groups. They look beautiful in a small planted tank. I keep them with a few other nano fish and they get along well. They don’t last long, but the display is impressive.
Piers Lyman –
These rainbowfish are stunning with their blue eyes and spotted fins. The yellow edges on their fins flare up during the day, especially when they’re in a group. I feed them frozen cyclops and they turn a vibrant color.
Eric Davies –
They are lively and colorful, but I noticed they don’t live as long as expected. I had to replace them after about 18 months. Still, they add a lot of visual interest to a small tank.