Species Care
BANDED RAINBOW - CAPE ARNHEM
Melanotaenia trifasciata
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Max Growth Size: 12-14 cm
- Temperament: Peaceful, community fish.
- Check compatibility with other species here
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 22-27 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.8 - 7.8
- General Hardness: Soft-Moderate
Range: Cape Arnhem region, Northern Territory
Reproduction: Eggs scattered among plants, usually spawns in morning. First food for fry: Powder foods, Vinegar eels.
Feeding: Omnivorous, accepts most standard foods. Avoid beefheart, feed vegetable foods regularly.
Additional Comments: Rainbowfish prefer a planted tank with plenty of open swimming space. The Banded or Regal rainbow occurs in numerous geographic colour varieties, fish from Cape Arnhem (NT) are predominantly various shades of blue.
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