Australian Rainbow

Scientific Name: Melanotaenia nigrans
Recommended Aquarium: 50+ Gallons
Approx. Adult Size: 5 to 7 inches
Temperament: Peaceful
Ease of Care: Easy
Diet: Omnivore
Native Waters: Australia

An energetic fish that displays a great deal of diversity in coloration. Reflecting greens, yellows, blues, oranges, and reds, each fish will show differently in different lighting conditions as light reflects off the tips of the scales. Hardy and peaceful, this eager eater will accept dried, frozen, and live foods. It prefers a bit of salt added to the water and prefers cooler temperatures than many tropical fish - something around 70 degrees should be fine.

Approximate arrival size for Australian Rainbow: 2 to 3 inches