Fish List

The turquoise rainbowfish, Melanotaenia lacustris, is a captivating freshwater species native to the lakes and rivers of Papua New Guinea. This vibrant fish is well-known for its striking turquoise-blue coloration, which can range from bright to deep shades depending on the individual and its environment. Males are particularly vivid, showcasing bright blue bodies adorned with iridescent yellow or green accents, especially on their fins and tail.
 

Typically growing to about 4-5 inches in length, turquoise rainbowfish are social and thrive best in groups of six or more. They prefer spacious aquariums with plenty of open swimming areas and some plants for cover, as they enjoy both swimming freely and exploring their surroundings. Ideal water conditions for this species include temperatures between 75-82°F and a pH range of 6.5-7.5.
 

As omnivores, turquoise rainbowfish appreciate a varied diet that includes high-quality flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp and bloodworms. Their peaceful demeanor and striking appearance make them a popular choice among aquarists, adding beauty and liveliness to community tanks while contributing to a dynamic and colorful aquatic environment.

The Parkinson's rainbowfish, Melanotaenia parkinsoni, is a striking and vibrant freshwater fish native to the clear streams and rivers of Papua New Guinea. Known for its remarkable coloration, this rainbowfish displays a silver to grayish-blue body, often highlighted by bright orange or yellow patches, especially on the fins and body edges. Males are particularly colorful, with flashes of vibrant orange or yellow that intensify during breeding, making them a standout addition to aquariums.
 

Parkinson's rainbowfish grow to about 4-5 inches in length and are best kept in groups of six or more to showcase their natural schooling behavior. They thrive in large, well-planted aquariums with ample swimming space, and ideal water conditions include temperatures of 74-82°F and a pH range of 6.5-7.5.
 

As omnivores, Parkinson's rainbowfish enjoy a varied diet that includes high-quality flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia. Their peaceful nature and stunning colors make Parkinson's rainbowfish a beautiful and harmonious addition to community tanks, adding dynamic movement and vibrant hues that enhance any aquarium setup.

Forktail or Furcata Rainbow (Popondetta furcata), also known as the blue-eyed rainbow, is a small freshwater fish native to Papua New Guinea. These nano fish grow only up to 2.25 inches, making them perfect for community tanks of smaller fish. Forktail Rainbows are famous for their bright yellow fins and blue eyes, making them a perfect fish to add a splash of color to your aquarium!

An attractive and smaller growing rainbowfish, the Celebes Rainbowfish is one of the more popular species in the hobby due to its hardiness and active schooling nature. Originally found in fresh and slightly brackish waters throughout the island of Sulawesi (formerly known as Celebes), it has been bred on a commercial scale for years to supply the aquarium hobby and tank raised fish are hardy and adaptable. In the aquarium, they are best kept in groups and will do well in a well planted tank with plenty of cover and will get along well with most similarly sized peaceful tankmates.

A beautiful and larger-growing species of rainbowfish, the New Guinea Red Rainbow makes for a stunning centerpiece fish for medium to large community or planted aquariums. With their deep red coloration (more intense in males) and extremely active nature, they add a splash of color to almost any freshwater aquarium. As with most rainbowfish, they are best kept in groups of 5 or more fish and will do best in an aquarium with ample cover (such as live or artificial plants).

he Red Neon Rainbowfish is a small but strikingly colored fish known from freshwater streams and creeks in West Papua, Indonesia. In the wild it inhabits shallow, acidic, tannin-stained waters where its vivid red body coloration and iridescent blue eyes especially stand out. In the aquarium, they are an ideal centerpiece fish for a nano or planted aquarium, and will get along well with most similarly peaceful tankmates. A varied high quality diet and soft, slightly acidic water will help them display their most vivid coloration in the aquarium. Best kept in pairs or ideally groups of 5 or more fish.

The Goyder River Rainbow (Melanotaenia trifasciata), also known as the banded rainbow fish, is a member of the Melanotaeniidae family. Native to the Goyder River in Australia, these rainbow fish are almost incomparable in their spectacular coloration as adults. The Goyder River Rainbow fish is hardy, active, and schooling. Groups of 5 or more are recommended for these fish to display their most natural behavior and coloration!

The Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia praecox) is a small, vibrant freshwater fish known for its stunning iridescent blue body and contrasting bright red or orange fins. Native to the rivers and streams of New Guinea, this species is popular in aquariums due to its brilliant coloration, peaceful nature, and active swimming habits.
 

Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish thrive in well-planted tanks with clean, warm water, ideally between 75-82°F (24-28°C). They are social fish that do best in schools of six or more, displaying their brightest colors when kept in groups.
 

Their diet consists of high-quality flakes, pellets, and occasional live or frozen foods like brine shrimp or bloodworms. With proper care, Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish can live up to 5 years, adding a lively, colorful presence to any freshwater aquarium.

The Millennium Rainbow (Glossolepis pseudoincisus), also known as the Tami River rainbowfish, is native to the freshwaters of Papua New Guinea. These specific rainbowfish are notable for their bright coloration, ranging anywhere from red in males to yellow-gold with red stripes in females. Similar to other rainbowfish, the Millennium Rainbow is a generally peaceful schooling fish.