Duboulayi's rainbowfish
Melanotaenia duboulayi
Neptune’s rating:
57- pH6.0 - 7.5
- Temperature23.0 - 27.0 °C
- Length5.0 - 8.0 cm
- TemperamentSocial, Social, Aggressive, Shy, Playful, Semi-aggressive
- HardinessResilient
- RarityRare
- PopularityUncommon
- DifficultyModerate
- Liters per Fish25.0 L
- Minimum School Size6.0
- Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
- FeedFlakes, Pellets, Bloodworms, Brine Shrimp, Tubifex Worms, Frozen Shrimp, Vegetable Matter, Algae Wafers, Color Enhancing Food, Daphnia, Micro Worms, Feeder Fish, Freeze-dried Foods, Stick-on Tablets
- AffordabilityModerate
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Duboulayi's rainbowfish
Duboulay's rainbowfish, a vibrant and colorful species, sports an iridescent body reflecting shades of blue, green, and red. Originating from Australia, more precisely from rivers and waterways in eastern Queensland, this fish is characterized by its elongated body and small size. Despite its striking appearance, it is not as well-known or commonly found in the aquarium hobby as some of its rainbowfish counterparts, but it captivates those who keep it with its vivid colors and dynamic behavior.