Boesemani Rainbowfish

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About the Boesemani Rainbowfish Boesemani rainbowfish (Melanotaenia boesemani) are known for their striking bicolored appearance, with a vibrant blue or bluish-purple head and fron t half, transitioning to a bright orange or red posterior. They are a popular and peaceful community fish, often kept in planted aquariums, and typically reach a size of 3-4.5 inches. Husbandry & Care Temperament: Peaceful Minimum Tank Size: 55 Gallons Water Temperature: 81-86 °F Water pH: 7.0-8.0 Social Group: 6-8 fish Diet: Omnivorous; this species will readily consume commercial flakes/pellets, frozen brine shrimp/bloodworms, and live mosquito larvae, daphnia, and baby brine shrimp. Compatible with: Other rainbowfish species of similar size, glowlight danios, Corydoradinae sp. Catfish Show more