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Melanotaenia trifasciata 'Banded Rainbowfish'
Melanotaenia trifasciata
Origin: Northern Australia
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Water Parameters
Temperature22–28 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH7–8.5
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GH (Hardness)8–20 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)4–12 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 12 cm
- Min Tank
- 150 L
- Lifespan
- 5
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- Yes (6–12+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful; very active
About
Melanotaenia trifasciata, the Banded Rainbowfish, is a robust and colourful Australian rainbowfish with three distinct horizontal bands. Males develop vivid red, orange and blue colouration at maturity. Hardy and active — excellent for large community tanks.
Care Guide
School of 6+. Temperature 22–28°C, pH 7.0–8.5. 150 L+ with open swimming. Feed quality flakes and pellets. Robust enough for cichlid community tanks. Very active — needs space to swim.
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