Species Care
NEON RAINBOW
Melanotaenia praecox
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Max Growth Size: 6 cm
- Temperament: Peaceful, community fish.
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 22-28 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.0 - 7.6
- General Hardness: Soft-Moderate
Range: New Guinea: Mamberamo River, West Papua
Reproduction: Eggs scattered among plants, usually spawns in morning. First food for fry: Powder foods, Vinegar eels.
Feeding: Omnivorous. Needs frozen or live foods.
Additional Comments: Very popular community fish, displays well, always shows good colour. Prefers a planted tank with plenty of open swimming space.
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