Rainbowfish

Rainbowfish

Rainbowfish are stunning freshwater fish known for their iridescent colours that intensify with age. They are peaceful schooling fish that bring life to any aquarium....

Height (male)

8–15 cm

Weight (male)

0.005–0.05 kg

Lifespan

5–8 years

Grooming

Moderate — regular water changes

Exercise

Requires minimum 100 litres for a school of 6

Origin

Australia, New Guinea, Indonesia

Coat Type

Iridescent — blue, red, yellow, silver

Size

Medium

Temperament

Peaceful, active, schooling, hardy, colourful

Good with children Good with dogs

Exercise & Care

Exercise: Requires minimum 100 litres for a school of 6. They need open swimming space and plants.

Grooming: Moderate — regular water changes. They prefer clean, well-oxygenated water.

Coat: Iridescent — blue, red, yellow, silver

Health & Considerations

Known health issues

Ich, fin rot, bacterial infections, poor water quality

Origin

Australia, New Guinea, Indonesia

Size category

Medium

About the Rainbowfish

Rainbowfish are stunning freshwater fish known for their iridescent colours that intensify with age. They are peaceful schooling fish that bring life to any aquarium.

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