Bleher's Rainbowfish
Chilatherina bleheri
Origin: West Papua, Indonesia
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 10 cm
- Min Tank
- 150 L
- Lifespan
- 5–8
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- Yes (6+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Peaceful
About
Chilatherina bleheri, Bleher's Rainbowfish, is a spectacular and rarely kept species from a single small river system in West Papua. Males display intense reds on the flanks with an iridescent blue-green sheen. Named after aquarist explorer Heiko Bleher who first described it scientifically. Requires the same care as other New Guinea rainbowfish but slightly more sensitive. A true highlight of any serious rainbowfish collection.
Care Guide
School of 6+. Temperature 24–28 °C. Neutral to slightly alkaline water. Feed quality varied diet — spirulina flake, frozen bloodworm, colour-enhancing pellets. Good aeration and regular water changes critical. 150+ L.
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