Boesemani Rainbowfish
Peaceful / active | 26–30 °C | 10–13 cm. Confirm availability before EFT.
A colourful active rainbowfish that needs open swimming space and stable, clean water. Confirm current availability before EFT payment.
Fish Care Profile
| Scientific Name | Melanotaenia boesemani |
|---|---|
| Family | Melanotaeniidae |
| Origin | West Papua, Indonesia |
| Breeding | Egg scatterer |
| Temperament | Peaceful / active |
| Tank Level | Mid to upper |
| Lifespan | 5–8 years |
| Minimum Tank Size | 200 L |
| Adult Size | 10–13 cm |
| Difficulty | Easy–Intermediate |
| pH | 7.0–8.0 |
| Temperature | 26–30 °C |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Group Size | Best kept in groups of 6+ |
Care Notes
Keep in a group with open swimming space and good filtration. Males show best colour when settled and kept with suitable numbers of their own kind.
Availability changes regularly. Please confirm stock before making EFT payment.
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