Threadfin Rainbowfish Care Guide
Iriatherina werneri
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Bioload Score
2000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 5.0 cm / 2.0"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (74–82°F)
- pH Range
- 5.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 60L (16 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Australia, New Guinea
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; prefers live foods but will accept fine flakes and small frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
A beautiful addition to any planted aquarium with other peaceful small fish.
Good to Know
The Threadfin Rainbowfish is notable for its elegant, thread-like fins that add a delicate beauty to its movements.
Gender Differences
Males display elongated fins and more intense colors.
Stock Threadfin Rainbowfish in Your Tank
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