Rainbow shiner Care Guide
Notropis chrosomus
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Bioload Score
2000
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 8.0 cm / 3.2"
- Temperature
- 10–22°C (50–72°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 60L (16 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 10 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- North America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous; eats algae, small invertebrates, and detritus.
Community Compatibility
Ideal for cold water community tanks with robust, non-aggressive fish.
Good to Know
The Rainbow Shiner is celebrated for its vibrant coloration, especially during the spawning season, which rivals tropical fish.
Gender Differences
Males show brighter colors and more pronounced finnage during breeding season.
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