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Species Profiles -> Rainbowfish -> Boeseman's Rainbow Fish

 

Boeseman's Rainbow Fish (Melanotaenia boesemani )

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Boeseman's Rainbow image
Males
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Stats:

Adult Size: 5" (12.5 cm)
Temp: 76-79 F (24-26 C)
Tank: 36" (90 cm) minimum

Requirements:
Plants and cover preferred, leafy plants best.
Diet:
Anything, small live relished.
Breeding:
Males are much brighter, half yellow. Breed continuously in good water conditions.
Sociability:
Should be kept in groups, with at least 2 females for every male.
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Special Info:

Most rainbowfish can interbreed, so should not really be mixed with different species, as the species should stay distinct.

 

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