Honey Blue-eye 'Kangaroo Creek'

'Kangaroo Creek'

Honey Blue-Eye (Pseudomugil mellis)

A small and attractive blue-eye rainbowfish from the tannin-stained streams, ponds, and dune lakes of southern Queensland, Australia. Prized for its golden honey colors and preference for blackwater habitats, this species is a favorite for planted nano aquariums.

Key Features

• Maximum Size: 3.5 cm / ~1.4 inches SL.
• Appearance: Golden honey colors with iridescent highlights.
• Fin Details: Not detailed on the page.

Aquarium Care

• Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons for a school (nano tank friendly).
• Water Parameters: Tropical freshwater; tannin-stained acidic waters.
• Diet: Omnivorous.
• Behavior: Peaceful schooling.

IUCN Status Endangered (EN)