Pseudomugil ivantsoffi

A small blue-eye from around Timika, with males slightly larger than females.

A small blue-eye from around Timika, with males slightly larger than females. Formerly confused with reticulatus; check provenance rather than relying on old labels.

Adult length: Up to 2.8 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)

Natural habitat: Inhabits heavily shaded forest streams, with recorded sites around two metres wide.

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Same-species behaviour

Keep 10–20 of both sexes.

Space requirements

Its small mouth requires fine, suitably sized foods. Avoid feeding competition.

Diet and feeding

Offer suitably sized aquarium fish foods; pellets must fit the small mouth.

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