Lake Tebera Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia herbertaxelrodi)

Fish in the family Melanotaeniidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameMelanotaenia herbertaxelrodi

FamilyMelanotaeniidae

Also known asYellow Rainbowfish, Herbert Axelrod's Rainbowfish

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful (active)

DietOmnivore

Adult size4.5 in

Minimum tank size50 gallons

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

Appearance

Bright golden-yellow body with a dark midlateral stripe and yellow fins. Dominant males glow intensely yellow.

Difficulty and care for the Lake Tebera Rainbowfish

Easy

Origin and habitat

Papua New Guinea (Lake Tebera)

Keeper notes

Peaceful schooler; males display bright yellow when establishing dominance, with no real aggression toward tankmates.

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