Rainbow Fish
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Overview
Boeseman’s rainbowfish, also known as the Boesemani rainbowfish, is a species of fish in the family Melanotaeniidae.
Water Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–28°C (72–82°F) |
| pH | 7.0–8.0 |
| Adult Size | 11 cm (4.3 in) |
| Min Tank | 30 gallons |
| Lifespan | 5–8 years |
Tank Setup
Feeding
Omnivore — flake food, freeze-dried bloodworms, brine shrimp
Compatibility
Breeding
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons — licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Taxonomic data: Melanotaenia boesemani Allen & Cross, 1980 — GBIF (2026). Wikipedia summary: Rainbow Fish — CC BY-SA 4.0.
Care parameters cross-referenced with Seriously Fish.
Quick facts & gear
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH range
- 7.0–8.0
- Adult size
- 11 cm (4.3 in)
- Lifespan
- 5–8 years
- Origin
- Member of family Melanotaeniidae, order Atheriniformes. See species profile for distribution details.
- Diet
- Omnivore —flake foodfreeze-dried bloodwormsbrine shrimp