🐟 Red Neon Gertrude Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil luminatus)
🐟 Red Neon Gertrude Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil luminatus)
Freshwater Rainbowfish • Nano Community Fish • Active Schooling Species • Planted Tank Friendly
📋 The Red Neon Gertrude Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil luminatus) is one of the most striking nano rainbowfish species, famous for its electric red fin edges, blue iridescent body glow, and delicate spotted fins. Males exhibit even more intense coloration, with extended rays they flare during courtship displays.
This species thrives in planted aquariums, where its tiny size and brilliant colors stand out against greenery. Peaceful and energetic, it is a top choice for aquascapes, nano community tanks, and display groups of 10 or more.
With pristine water, stable parameters, and good lighting, the Red Neon Gertrude Rainbowfish becomes a show-stopping nano rainbowfish that brings constant motion and color to any aquarium.
💡 Highlights
✨ Neon Red Fin Edging: Bright glowing red accents on all fins
⚪ Peaceful Nano Schooler: Ideal for small community aquariums
📏 Tiny Display Species: Grows only 3–3.5 cm
✅ Planted Tank Friendly: Shows best colors in planted aquascapes
🐟 Active Swimming Behavior: Most vibrant in groups of 8+
🧾 A Quick Look at the Red Neon Gertrude Rainbowfish
📛 Common Name: Red Neon Gertrude Rainbowfish
🔬 Scientific Name: Pseudomugil luminatus
👨👩👧 Family: Pseudomugilidae
🌍 Origin: Papua (Indonesia)
📏 Max Size: 3–3.5 cm (≈ 1.2–1.4″)
💧 pH Range: 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24–30 °C (≈ 75–86 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Moderate
💖 Temperament: Peaceful
🏠 Min Tank Size: 40 L (≈ 10 US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Mid–Top
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
⏳ Lifespan: 3–5 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore / Micro-predator
🐣 Reproduction: Egg scatterer; males perform intense display dances

















