Riverpark Aquatics

Red Striped Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia rubrostriata)

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SKU:
105

Our Guide To Keeping Red Striped Rainbowfish

  1. About Fish Species:

    • Scientific name: Melanotaenia rubrostriata
    • Common name: Red Striped Rainbowfish
    • Family: Melanotaeniidae
    • Origin: Indonesia, Papua New Guinea
    • Adult length: 5 to 7 cm
    • Lifespan: 3 to 5 years
  2. Tank Setup:

    • Red Striped Rainbowfish prefer a spacious tank with plenty of swimming space. A minimum tank size of 75 litres is recommended for a small school of these fish.
    • Provide ample hiding places and areas with dense vegetation to mimic their natural habitat. They appreciate plants like Java Fern, Anubias, and floating plants like Amazon Frogbit.
  3. Water Parameters:

    • Red Striped Rainbowfish thrive in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.5 to 7.5.
    • Keep the water temperature between 24 to 28°C (75 to 82°F).
  4. Filtration and Water Flow:

    • A moderate water flow is suitable for these fish, so choose a filter that provides gentle to moderate flow.
  5. Diet:

    • Red Striped Rainbowfish are omnivores and will accept a variety of foods. Offer them a balanced diet consisting of high-quality flake or pellet food as a staple.
    • Supplement their diet with live or frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia to provide essential nutrients and mimic their natural diet.
  6. Tank mates:

    • Red Striped Rainbowfish are peaceful schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least six individuals to prevent stress and encourage their natural behaviors.
    • They are compatible with other peaceful community fish such as other rainbowfish, tetras, rasboras, and small catfish species.
  7. Behavior and Compatibility:

    • Red Striped Rainbowfish are active swimmers and display schooling behavior, so they feel more secure and exhibit their best colors when kept in a group.
    • Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping fish species that may intimidate or harass them.

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