Boeseman's Rainbowfish
Melanotaenia boesemani
Beginner
Freshwater
Peaceful but active. Should be kept in schools of six or more individuals. Males display more intense colors. May bother smaller fish.
Melanotaeniidae
Max Size
11.0 cm (4.3")
Min Tank
200 L (53 gal)
Min Group
6+
Diet
Omnivore - balanced diet
Water Parameters
Temperature
26.0-30.0°C
79-86°F
pH
7.0-8.0
Hardness (dGH)
9.0-19.0
Min Tank Size
200 L
53 gal
About
Rainbowfish with unique bicolor coloration: blue front half and yellow rear. Critically endangered species in the wild.
Behavior & Temperament
Peaceful but active. Should be kept in schools of six or more individuals. Males display more intense colors. May bother smaller fish.
Feeding
Omnivore - balanced diet
Breeding
Oviparous. Free‑spawning egg scatterer. Moderately easy to breed. Eggs hatch in 7–12 days. No parental care.
Compatibility
Good for community tanks
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Melanotaenia boesemani |
|---|---|
| Family | Melanotaeniidae |
| Category | Fish |
| Care Level | Beginner |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 11.0 cm (4.3") |
| Min Tank | 200 L (53 gal) |
| Min Group | 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore - balanced diet |
| Temperament | Peaceful but active. Should be kept in schools of six or more individuals. Males display more intense colors. May bother smaller fish. |
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