Eastern rainbowfish
Melanotaenia splendida splendida
Neptune’s rating:
61- AffordabilityModerate
- Aggression LevelMostly Peaceful
- Breeding AggressionSlightly More Aggressive
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- DifficultyModerate
- HardinessModerate
- Length6.0 - 12.0 cm
- Liters per Fish20 L
- Maintenance LevelLow Maintenance
- pH6.5 - 7.5
- PopularityPopular
- RarityUncommon
- Minimum School Size6
- Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller
- Temperature23.0 - 28.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourModerately Territorial
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Eastern rainbowfish
The Eastern rainbowfish, known for its vibrant coloration reflecting hues of the rainbow, originates from Eastern Australia, including rivers and streams. This species boasts a sleek, elongated body adorned with shimmering scales that display a spectrum of colors, especially prominent in males. While its striking appearance makes it a desirable species, it's not as widely known or common in the aquarium hobby as its relative, the Boesemani rainbowfish, but its dazzling colors and peaceful nature make it a cherished addition to those who keep it.