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| Family: |
M ELANOTAENIA |
| Species: |
Melanotaenia praecox |
| Common Name: |
Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish, Neon Rainbowfish, Praecox |
| Size: |
2" (6cm) |
| Habitat: |
Indonesia: In small swift flowing jungle streams in the middle sections of the Mamberamo River system in northern Irian Jaya |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous. Loves live blackworms, insects, frozen foods and flakes. Needs good source of edible vegetation as well.
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| Behavior: |
Peaceful, schooling species.
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| Water: |
Temperature 72°F to 82°F (22°-28° C), ph 6.5 - 7.5, Medium hardness 8.0 - 18.0 dGH |
| Care: |
Easy to care for. Keep water clean, i.e. weekly water changes, good aeration and good current and this fish will thrive for many years.
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| Communities: |
Good.
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| Suitability: |
Good for all.
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