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Lake Kutubu Rainbowfish
Melanotaenia lacustris
Beginner Peaceful fish freshwater
About
Brilliant turquoise blue rainbowfish endemic to Lake Kutubu in Papua New Guinea. Prefers cooler water than most rainbowfish.
Water Parameters
Temperature
68 - 77 °F
Ideal: 70 - 75 °F
pH
7 - 8
GH (Hardness)
9 - 20 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
4.5"
Min Tank Size
30 gallons
Diet
omnivore
Swimming Zone
middle
School Size
6+ recommended
Bioload
medium
Category
rainbowfish