Quick tropical aquarium fish statistics and photos for the Mountain rainbowfish, Melanotaenia monticola

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Mountain rainbowfish

Family:	M ELANOTAENIA
Species:	Melanotaenia monticola
Common Name:	Mountain rainbowfish
Size:	Up to 4" (10cm)
Habitat:	New Guinea: Southern Highlands of Papua New Guinea between Mendi and Lake Kutubu, in the Purari River system.
Diet:	Omnivorous. Loves live blackworms, insects, frozen foods and flakes. Needs good source of edible vegetation as well.
Behavior:	Peaceful, schooling species.
Water:	Temperature 64°F to 72°F (18°-22° C), pH 6.5-7.2 no special requirements
Care:	Easy to care for. Keep water clean, i.e. weekly water changes, good aeration and good current and this fish will thrive.
Communities:	Like most rainbows, caution with fish that have longer fins- they tend to nip.
Suitability:	Good for all.