Species Care
BANDED RAINBOW - COEN RIVER
Melanotaenia trifasciata
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Max Growth Size: 12-14 cm
- Temperament: Peaceful, community fish.
- Check compatibility with other species here
DOWNLOAD THIS CARE SHEET
Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 22-27 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.8 - 7.8
- General Hardness: Soft-Moderate
Range: Coen River, Queensland
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 colour varieties, fish from Coen River in Cape York are mostly light green in colour.
DOWNLOAD THIS CARE SHEET