Rainbow Goodeid (Characodon lateralis)
Fish in the family Goodeidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCharacodon lateralis
FamilyGoodeidae
Also known asRainbow Characodon, Bold Characodon
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
DietOmnivore
Adult size2.4 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 64-77°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 10-22 dGH
Appearance
Small, colorful goodeid; breeding males flush with red-orange flanks and red-and-black fins. Females plain olive. One of the prettiest goodeids.
Difficulty and care for the Rainbow Goodeid
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Durango, Mexico (upper Rio Mezquital)
Keeper notes
Mildly nippy and males spar over territory; keep in groups. Critically endangered and maintained mainly by goodeid conservation hobbyists.
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