Lake Kurumoi Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia parva)

Fish in the family Melanotaeniidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameMelanotaenia parva

FamilyMelanotaeniidae

Also known asParva Rainbow, Dwarf Red Rainbowfish

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful (active)

DietOmnivore

Adult size3.5 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

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

Appearance

Smaller rainbow with silvery body that develops a reddish-orange flush in dominant males, plus reddish fins; females duller.

Difficulty and care for the Lake Kurumoi Rainbowfish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Indonesia (Lake Kurumoi, West Papua)

Keeper notes

Peaceful schooler from a small threatened lake; maintained mostly via captive lines. Males flush red during display without harming tankmates.

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