Dority's Rainbowfish (Glossolepis dorityi)

Fish in the family Melanotaeniidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameGlossolepis dorityi

FamilyMelanotaeniidae

Also known asDorityi Rainbow

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful (active)

DietOmnivore

Adult size4.3 in

Minimum tank size50 gallons

Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 9-18 dGH

Appearance

Silvery body with a yellow-to-orange flush and reddish fins in dominant males; females olive-silver.

Difficulty and care for the Dority's Rainbowfish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Indonesia (Lake Holmes / Danau Bira area, West Papua)

Keeper notes

Peaceful Glossolepis kept mostly by rainbow specialists; males flush reddish-yellow during display without aggression.

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