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CHECKERED RAINBOW

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CHECKERED RAINBOW

Keeping Snapshot

Difficulty: Beginner
Max Growth Size: 12-14 cm
Temperament: Peaceful, community fish.

 

Preferred Water Parameters

Temperature: 22-27 degrees celsius
pH Level: 6.8-7.8
General Hardness: Soft-Moderate

 

Range

Northern Territory and Cape York Peninsula, Queensland

 

Reproduction

Eggs scattered among plants, usually spawns in morning. First food for fry: Powder foods, Vinegar eels.

 

Feeding

Omnivorous, accepts most standard foods. Avoid beefheart, feed vegetable foods regularly.

 

Additional Comments

One of the larger Australian Rainbows, becomes deep bodied with age. A good display fish for planted aquaria with plenty of open swimming space.

 

CHECK COMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER SPECIES

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