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

Boeseman's Rainbow Fish (Melanotaenia boesemani)

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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.