Bleher's Rainbowfish (Chilatherina bleheri)

Fish in the family Melanotaeniidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameChilatherina bleheri

FamilyMelanotaeniidae

Also known asLake Holmes Rainbowfish, Bleheri Rainbow

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful (active)

DietOmnivore

Adult size4.7 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-82°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 9-18 dGH

Appearance

Body shows a blue-green front grading to red-orange rear in dominant males, with red fins; females duller olive-silver.

Difficulty and care for the Bleher's Rainbowfish

Easy

Origin and habitat

Indonesia (Lake Holmes / Danau Bira, West Papua)

Keeper notes

Peaceful and active; males display a striking color split during courtship without harming tankmates.

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