Celebes Rainbowfish (Marosatherina ladigesi)
Delicate Colours and Eye-Catching Yellow-Tipped Fins!
Add movement and shimmering colour to your aquarium with the Celebes Rainbowfish. Native to Sulawesi in Indonesia, this small and active freshwater fish is known for its slender, translucent body, silvery-blue sheen and distinctive yellow-and-black fin markings. Best kept in groups, Celebes Rainbowfish are an attractive choice for peaceful community aquariums.
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Striking Appearance: Features a silvery body with blue iridescence and distinctive yellow-edged fins.
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Active Schooling Fish: Best kept in groups of at least 6 to encourage natural behaviour.
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Peaceful Temperament: Suitable for community aquariums with small, peaceful tank mates.
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Adult Size: Approximately 5–7cm.
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Water Temperature: 24–28°C.
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pH Range: Approximately 7.0–8.0.
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Omnivorous Diet: Accepts quality small flakes, micro pellets and suitable frozen or live foods.
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Lifespan: Around 3–5 years with appropriate care.
Care Requirements:
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Provide open swimming areas alongside plants and sheltered spaces.
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Maintain clean, well-filtered water and stable water parameters.
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Keep in a group of at least 6, preferably with a balanced mix of males and females.
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Offer appropriately sized food, as their mouths are relatively small.
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Avoid aggressive fish and large tank mates that may view them as prey.
Suitable For: Freshwater community aquariums with small, peaceful fish.
Difficulty: Beginner to intermediate.
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