Boeseman's Rainbowfish Care Guide
Melanotaenia boesemani
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Bioload Score
4800
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 12.0 cm / 4.7"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 80L (21 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Mid-Top
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous. They primarily feed on small invertebrates, algae, and plant matter. Provide a balanced diet consisting of high-quality pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods such as bloodworms and brine shrimp.
Community Compatibility
Boeseman's Rainbowfish can be kept with other peaceful fish of similar size and temperament, such as tetras, peaceful barbs, and other rainbowfish species. Avoid keeping them with fin-nipping or aggressive species.
Gender Differences
Males are generally more colorful with vibrant blues, reds, and yellows, while females are less colorful with a silver or yellowish body.
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