{"product_id":"gertrudes-spotted-blue-eyed-rainbow","title":"Gertrude's Spotted Blue Eyed Rainbow","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGertrude's Spotted Blue-Eyed Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil gertrudae)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gertrude's Spotted Blue-Eyed Rainbowfish is a delicate and captivating nano fish, prized for its brilliant blue eyes, transparent fins adorned with distinctive black spotting, and graceful swimming style. Native to the slow-moving streams, swamps, and wetlands of northern Australia and New Guinea, this peaceful rainbowfish is a favorite among planted aquarium enthusiasts for its subtle beauty, active nature, and fascinating display behaviors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGertrude's Spotted Blue-Eyed Rainbowfish are energetic, social fish that thrive when kept in groups. They spend most of their time swimming through the middle and upper levels of the aquarium, with males regularly displaying to one another by extending their fins and intensifying their coloration in harmless courtship and dominance displays. Their peaceful temperament makes them excellent companions for other small, gentle community fish and invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beautiful rainbowfish thrive in heavily planted aquariums with gentle water flow, open swimming areas, and dense vegetation for cover. Floating plants and subdued lighting help bring out their natural coloration while creating a comfortable environment. Excellent water quality and stable conditions are essential for their long-term health. A varied diet of high-quality micro pellets, crushed flakes, frozen baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and occasional live foods will keep them healthy while enhancing their coloration and encouraging natural breeding behaviors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 inches (4 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–82°F (22–28°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchooling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, best kept in groups of 8 or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith their sparkling blue eyes, beautifully spotted fins, and lively schooling behavior, Gertrude's Spotted Blue-Eyed Rainbowfish are an exceptional choice for aquarists seeking a peaceful, elegant nano fish that adds constant movement, subtle beauty, and natural charm to planted freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fintastic Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43481573064839,"sku":null,"price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/0187\/7383\/files\/Untitleddesign_1.png?v=1767681531","url":"https:\/\/www.fintasticfish.ca\/products\/gertrudes-spotted-blue-eyed-rainbow","provider":"Fintastic Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}