Aru Rainbowfish Care Guide
Melanotaenia picta
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Bioload Score
4000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 10.0 cm / 4.0"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–78°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 120L (32 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous. Accepts high-quality flakes, pellets, and enjoys live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia.
Community Compatibility
Peaceful community fish of similar size. Avoid keeping with aggressive or fin-nipping species.
Gender Differences
Males are typically more colorful, and their colors intensify during courtship.
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