4-8cm Goyder River Rainbow Fish (Banded Rainbow Fish)

Description: Banded Rainbowfish are generally easy to keep and suited for the beginner aquarist. They vary in colour and appearance depending on which waterway they are found.  “Trifasciata” literally means “three-banded”, which can be seen when you look closely. The Banded or Regal rainbow occurs in numerous geographic colour varieties, fish from the Goyder River (NT) are one of the nicest of Australian Rainbows: purple bodied with bright red body stripes and red and black fins.They are active swimmers and prefer to be kept in shoals of 6 or more in planted yet spacious aquariums. This species inhabits the Goyder River, Australia.Scientific Name:Melanotaenia trifasciataLifespan:5-7 YearsSize:Up to 12cm / 4-5 InchesDiet:Banded Rainbowfish are omnivore’s. They feed on algae and spirulina based foods. Fresh vegetables such as lettuce, kale, zucchini and cucumber can be provided as well as protein rich foods such as high-quality flake foods and small pellets. For healthy fish, ensure a varied diet. This species enjoy live foods such as bloodworms, blackworms and brine shrimp.pH:6.5 – 8.0Temperature: Tropical – 22°-28°Aggression: PeacefulSchooling?:Yes