CARE

Experience Level: Beginner

Size: 4.5 inches (11.43 cm)

Minimum Tank Size: 30 gal (114 L)

Temperament: Peaceful

Temperature: 21.1 to 26.1° C

Lifespan: 5 years

OVERVIEW

The Boesmani Rainbowfish is a relatively new addition to the hobby but has quickly gained in  popularity. It is an active and good sized rainbow fish. Looking at a mature male makes it easy to see why  they are called Bicolor Rainbow fish. It is a beautiful blue-gray on the  front half of the body and a vibrant orange-red on the back half.

Its coloration in a pet store is usually a dull steel gray and hardly  seems worth purchasing. But a serious and patient aquarist can bring out unforgettable colors. The secret to good colors is to buy quality  specimens, feed a varied diet, and above all keep up with frequent water  changes and maintenance.

Scientific Name: Melanotaenia Boesemani

Note: Due to variations within species, the fish you receive may not be identical to the image provided.