Description:
The Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia praecox) is a small, brightly colored freshwater fish known for its shimmering blue-green body with iridescent scales. It features a slender, laterally compressed body and displays vibrant neon blue hues that intensify as the fish matures. Males are typically more colorful than females, especially during breeding periods.
Maximum Size:
Typically reaches up to 2 inches (5 cm) in length.
Temperature:
Prefers a temperature range between 72°F and 82°F (22°C - 28°C).
Water Parameters:
pH: 6.5 to 7.5
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water (5-15 dGH)
Well-oxygenated, clean water with moderate current is ideal.
Compatibility:
Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish are peaceful and schooling fish that do well in community tanks. They get along with other small, non-aggressive species such as tetras, rasboras, and small peaceful catfish. Avoid keeping them with large or aggressive fish that may bully or eat them.
Diet:
They are omnivores and thrive on a varied diet including high-quality flake food, micro pellets, frozen or live foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. A balanced diet supports their vibrant coloration and overall health.
Description:
The Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia praecox) is a small, brightly colored freshwater fish known for its shimmering blue-green body with iridescent scales. It features a slender, laterally compressed body and displays vibrant neon blue hues that intensify as the fish matures. Males are typically more colorful than females, especially during breeding periods.
Maximum Size:
Typically reaches up to 2 inches (5 cm) in length.
Temperature:
Prefers a temperature range between 72°F and 82°F (22°C - 28°C).
Water Parameters:
pH: 6.5 to 7.5
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water (5-15 dGH)
Well-oxygenated, clean water with moderate current is ideal.
Compatibility:
Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish are peaceful and schooling fish that do well in community tanks. They get along with other small, non-aggressive species such as tetras, rasboras, and small peaceful catfish. Avoid keeping them with large or aggressive fish that may bully or eat them.
Diet:
They are omnivores and thrive on a varied diet including high-quality flake food, micro pellets, frozen or live foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. A balanced diet supports their vibrant coloration and overall health.
