Description
Forktail Rainbowfish
Forktail Rainbowfish are dazzling micro-schooling fish, admired for their vibrant yellow tails, shimmering blue eyes, and translucent fins. Their constant darting and playful behavior add motion and sparkle to any freshwater aquarium, especially planted nano setups.
Despite their delicate appearance, Forktails are hardy and adaptable, thriving in clean, well-oxygenated water with gentle flow. Best enjoyed in small schools, theyāre peaceful, easy to care for, and a favorite among aquascapers and nano tank lovers alike.
Scientific Name: Pseudomugil furcatus
Common Names: Forktail Rainbowfish, Forktail Blue-eye, Furcata Rainbow
Size: Grows up to 2 inches (5 cm)
Color: Translucent body with bright yellow tail, blue eyes, and yellow/white fin highlights
Lifespan: 3ā5 years with proper care
Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons (best kept in groups of 6ā10 or more)
Temperature: 72ā78Ā°F (22ā26Ā°C)
Temperament: Peaceful, energetic, shoaling
Diet: Omnivorous; enjoys micro pellets, crushed flakes, daphnia, and baby brine shrimp
Care Tips:
ā¢ Keep in groups of 6 or more to reduce stress and promote lively schooling behavior
ā¢ Prefer soft, slightly acidic to neutral water with gentle flow
ā¢ Dense plants and floating cover bring out their natural colors and confidence
ā¢ Compatible with other peaceful nano species and shrimp
ā¢ Perform regular water changesāclean water helps maintain health and color
Ideal For:
ā¢ Nano and planted aquariums
ā¢ Aquarists looking for small, colorful schooling fish
ā¢ Fans of unique behavior and subtle, sparkling beauty
Add a school of Forktail Rainbowfish to your setup and enjoy their flashing tails, glowing eyes, and nonstop energy that brings every aquascape to life!
Fish Quarantine Process
At 10 Gallon Fish Tanks, we take the health of our fish seriously. Every fish we bring in undergoes a strict 2-4 week quarantine process to ensure they are free of parasites, fungal infections, and bacterial diseases before being introduced to our main tanks.
During this quarantine period, fish are treated with the āMed Trioā as needed:
ā¢Ā ParacleanseĀ ā Targets internal & External parasites like worms and protozoans. Things like fish lice, tapeworms, hole in the head, skin and gill flukes.
ā¢Ā Ich-XĀ ā Treats external parasites and fungus. Treats Ich and white spot disease.
ā¢Ā MaracynĀ ā An antibiotic that combats bacterial infections, preventing issues like fin rot, skin redness, open wounds, swollen eyes etc.
This quarantine protocol ensures that every fish we sell are healthy, acclimated to Tennessee water, and ready to thrive in their new home.
Water Parameters for Healthy Fish
To help you achieve the best results when acclimating your new fish, weāve included a photo showing the exact water parameters we maintain in our tanks. These values are carefully monitored and kept stable, ensuring that each fish grows and thrives in a healthy, natural environment.
By following these parameters at home, you can provide the smoothest transition possible for your fish, helping them settle in quickly and comfortably. Weāre dedicated to setting you up for success with your new fish, and sharing these details is part of our commitment to their health and your enjoyment.
Shipping Information:
- Our fish, shrimp, & snails are carefully packaged in breathable bags.
- The shipping box is well-insulated to maintain optimal conditions. In most cases, additional heating or cooling packs are not necessary. However, to ensure the health and survival of the fish, shrimp, & snails it is essential that they are brought indoors promptly upon arrival, particularly in extreme weather conditions (either hot or cold). Please monitor the tracking number for updates on the estimated delivery time.
- We ship on Mondays (unless you have a special requested shipping time) with all orders processed by 10 AM. We currently only ship within the United States.
- If there are extreme weather conditions, we may postpone shipments until weather is better to make sure your shrimp arrive safely.
- In the unlikely event of a DOA (Dead on Arrival), we will refund the cost of the fish, shrimp, or snail provided that a photograph of the deceased animal, is still in the packaging, and is submitted within 1 hour of delivery of the package. Please note that any additional shipping costs for the replacement are the responsibility of the buyer. While our shipping methods are designed to minimize the risk of DOA, we cannot control the handling by postal employees or drivers.
We are committed to ensuring your satisfaction with your order. Please donāt hesitate to reach out if you have any concerns.
