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Assorted Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia spp.)
22–27°C · pH 6.5–8 · 120L
£10.99
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Red Boesemani Rainbowfish, Melanotaenia boesemani, for spacious planted aquariums and peaceful active communities.
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Melanotaenia boesemani
Max Adult Size
up to 10 cm
Lifespan
6 years
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful, very active schooling fish
Temperature
24–28°C
pH Range
6.8–8
Hardness
8–20 dGH
Minimum Tank
180L
Diet
Omnivorous; quality flakes, small pellets, frozen foods and live foods in varied portions
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Melanotaenia boesemani
Boesemani Rainbowfish Red (Melanotaenia boesemani)
Moderate Care
Peaceful
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Red Boesemani Rainbowfish, Melanotaenia boesemani, for spacious planted aquariums and peaceful active communities.
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Melanotaenia boesemani
Max Adult Size
up to 10 cm
Lifespan
6 years
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful, very active schooling fish
Temperature
24–28°C
pH Range
6.8–8
Hardness
8–20 dGH
Minimum Tank
180L
Diet
Omnivorous; quality flakes, small pellets, frozen foods and live foods in varied portions
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
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Water Parameters
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Temperature
24–28°C
24°CIdeal28°C
pH Level
6.8–8
6.8Ideal8
Water Hardness
8–20 dGH
8 dGHIdeal20 dGH
Boesemani Rainbowfish Red
Boesemani Rainbowfish Red is our red/orange trade form of Melanotaenia boesemani, the classic Boesemani Rainbowfish from the Ajamaru Lakes region of West Papua. It is a fast, confident schooling fish for a mature planted aquarium with open swimming space.
Quick facts
- Scientific name: Melanotaenia boesemani
- Adult size: around 10 cm
- Group: six or more where possible
- Temperature: 24-28C
- pH: 6.8-8.0
- Tank region: middle to upper levels
Care and compatibility
Keep Boesemani Rainbowfish with peaceful, active tank mates that cannot fit in their mouths. They suit planted aquariums with current, open water and a tight lid. Feed a varied omnivore diet so the fish develop full adult colour over time.
Related rainbowfish
- Assorted Rainbow Fish
- New Guinea Red Rainbowfish
- Lake Kutubu Rainbowfish
- Paska's Blue-Eye Rainbowfish
- Neon Dwarf Rainbow
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