Utchee Creek Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia utcheensis)

Fish in the family Melanotaeniidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameMelanotaenia utcheensis

FamilyMelanotaeniidae

Also known asUtcheensis Rainbow

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful (active)

DietOmnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size50 gallons

Water parametersTemp 70-82°F, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 6-16 dGH

Appearance

Silvery body with strong red-orange flush over the rear and red fins in dominant males; one of the more colorful eastern Australian rainbows.

Difficulty and care for the Utchee Creek Rainbowfish

Easy

Origin and habitat

Australia (Utchee Creek, northeastern QLD)

Keeper notes

Peaceful and hardy schooler popular among rainbow enthusiasts; active males color up brightly during display without aggression.

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