Rainbowfish
Rainbowfish are
indigenous to Africa, Australia, and other South Asian Islands.
They inhabit streams, creeks, lakes, and brackish waters.
Rainbowfish
are normally very active fish, and are often very hardy. They fit well
in many community tanks. Many new species of Rainbowfish
have been imported recently. The popularity of Rainbowfish has
increased greatly over the past 5 years and Elmer's generally maintains
several tanks of these fish.
Feeding:
Most are omnivorous. They will accept numerous foods
including flakes, freeze-dried foods, frozen and live brine shrimp and
bloodworms. We like to feed Tetra
Color Bits to maintain good color. We also use HBH Rainbow Color
Food. Feed twice a day.
Water Conditions:
Depending on the species, pH requirements can vary from 6.5 to 8.0 and
temperatures should be maintained between 72-82
°F. Some species do best with some salt in the
water. (about 1 tablespoon per 5 gallon.). Good filtration and
regular partial water changes are important.
Housing: Include live or plastic plants toward the back with an
open swimming area in the front. They do not harm live plants.
Most require tanks of at least 30 gallons. They look best with a
dark background. They swim in the middle and upper water layers.
They are lively and do not hide.
How Many to buy? Most are schooling fish and look best in groups
of 5 or more.
Tankmates: One way to keep them is to maintain a species
tank of rainbowfish only. In a species tank they will often show their
best color and behavior. Try 3 or 4 different species with 6
of each type. Rainbowfish also mix well in many community
tanks. Keep them with other active fish of similar size.
Good tank mates may include mollies, swordtails, gouramis, sharks
rasboras, corydorase cats, and barbs. They often do well with
peaceful Cichlids (such as Kribensis, and Geophagus Jurapari)
Here are some of our
community groups that they may fit into
Community #5: Community #6, Community
#7,
Community #12
Males and Females: In most cases the males are more colorful.
Best kept in groups with mixed sexes.
Below is a partial list of
Rainbowfish we sell , arranged in order of popularity at our store.
All photos were taken at our store.
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We carry this book about Rainbowfish |
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