Forktail Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil Furcatus)
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- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The Forktail Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil furcatus) is a true showstopper among [rainbow fish species]. Males display striking lemon-yellow dorsal, caudal, and anal fins, accented with black trim and a dramatic, deeply forked tail. Both sexes boast brilliant blue eyes, lending the species its popular nickname.
Forktail Rainbowfish are prized for their small adult size and unique, rarely exceeding 2 inches (5 cm), fluttering swimming style. When kept in groups, males intensify their fin displays and colors in lively courtship rituals. Their slender, translucent bodies and yellow-black forked tails are especially eye-catching under aquarium lighting, adding shimmering movement to the upper and middle levels of your tank.
Peaceful, highly social, and happiest in groups of 8 or more, Forktail Rainbowfish are model community fish. They get along beautifully with other gentle nano fish such as [Ember Tetras], [Chili Rasboras], [Celestial Pearl Danios], [Corydoras], and [Neocaridina shrimp]. Their peaceful nature makes them a perfect fit for lush, planted aquascapes and biotope-style community tanks.
At Splashy Fish [tropical fish store], our Folktail Rainbowfish for sale are raised with the utmost care. All our [Rainbowfish for sale] are tank-bred and acclimated for home aquariums, ensuring robust health and vibrant colors. Visit our [fish store] online or in person at [aquarium Virginia] to explore our wide selection of high-quality [freshwater fish for sale]. We also offer [betta fish for sale], [freshwater shrimp for sale], [aquarium plants for sale], and a variety of [aquarium supplies].
What You Can Expect From This Fish
- Stunning yellow fins and neon-blue eyes, a true showpiece nano fish
- Deeply forked tail for dramatic swimming displays
- Tiny adult size (max 2 inches), perfect for nano and planted aquariums
- Peaceful schooling species, ideal for [community tanks]
- Hardy and beginner-friendly when kept in clean, well-maintained water
Recommended Tank Parameters
- Temperature: 72°-78°F (22°–26°C)
- pH: 6.0-7.5
- KH: 2–10 dKH
- Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons (ideally in a school of 8+)
Care Guidelines
- Diet: Forktail Rainbowfish are micro-predators and omnivores. Feed a mix of high-quality [micro pellets], [crushed flakes], and occasional live or [frozen foods] such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, or cyclops for vibrant colors and optimal health.
- Social Behavior: Extremely peaceful. Schooling is essential; keep in groups of 8 or more for best health, natural behavior, and stunning displays.
- Aquascaping: They thrive in planted tanks with plenty of open swimming space, fine-leaved plants (like [Java Moss] or [Hornwort]), and gentle filtration. Floating plants help diffuse light and reduce stress.
- Water Quality: Maintain stable, clean, well-oxygenated water with gentle flow and regular water changes. Avoid strong currents, as Forktail Rainbowfish come from slow-moving habitats.
Forktail Rainbowfish Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How big do Forktail Rainbowfish get?
Forktail Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil furcatus) stay small, typically reaching an adult size of about 1.5 to 2 inches (4–5 cm) in home aquariums. Their petite size and slender build make them an excellent choice for nano tanks and densely planted aquariums. Keeping them in a school helps promote their natural behaviors and showcases their vibrant yellow fins and signature forked tails.
Are Forktail Rainbowfish aggressive?
No, Forktail Rainbowfish are not aggressive. They are peaceful, community-friendly fish that thrive best in groups of their own kind. Forktail Rainbowfish get along well with other small, non-aggressive species such as tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and shrimp. Their gentle nature and active schooling behavior make them a popular choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists looking for harmony in a community tank.
How to breed Forktail Rainbowfish?
Breeding the Forktail Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil furcatus) is quite achievable in a well-prepared aquarium. To encourage breeding, set up a dedicated breeding tank with soft, slightly acidic to neutral water (pH 6.0-7.0), gentle filtration, and plenty of fine-leaved plants or spawning mops for egg deposition. Start with a healthy group of adults and feed them a protein-rich diet of live or frozen foods to condition them for spawning. When ready, males will display their colorful fins to attract females, and the pair will scatter tiny eggs among the plants or mops, usually during the early morning hours. After spawning, it’s best to remove the adults to prevent them from eating the eggs. The eggs typically hatch within 7–10 days, and the tiny fry should be fed infusoria or liquid fry food until they are large enough to accept newly hatched baby brine shrimp. With good water quality and consistent feeding, you can successfully raise Forktail Rainbowfish fry to adulthood.
