Red Rainbowfish Care Guide
Glossolepis incisus
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Bioload Score
4000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 12.0 cm / 4.7"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (74–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 120L (32 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- New Guinea
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; enjoys small invertebrates and plant material.
Community Compatibility
Ideal for community tanks with other peaceful, medium-sized fish.
Good to Know
The Red Rainbowfish dazzles with its vivid red coloration, especially during spawning, when males display their brightest hues.
Gender Differences
Males are significantly brighter and larger than females.
Stock Red Rainbowfish in Your Tank
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