Neon Dwarf Rainbow (Ogilby, 1915)

 Scientific Name  Melanotaenia maccullochi
 Diet  Omnivore: bloodworms, tubifex, brine shrimp; prepared flake, pellets. Some vegetable matter should be offered.
 Alt Common Name  Macculloch's rainbowfish
 Family  Melanotaeniidae
 Origin  Australia, Papau New Guinea
 Aquarist Level  Beginner
 Community Aquarium Safe  Yes
 Coloration  Silver with fluorescent sheens of blue, green, orange, red, and yellow. Darker coloration on fins.
 Disposition  Peaceful
 Hardiness  Hardy
 Compatibility  Compatible with  Angelfish, Barbs,  Catfish,  Cichlids, Danios, Gouramis, Livebearers, Loaches, Minnows, Plecos, Rainbowfish, Tetras.
 Mature Size  2 inches
 Minimum Recommended Aquarium Size  25 gallons
 Sexual Dimorphism  Males have brighter coloration, particularly when breeding.