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| Family: |
Melanotaeniidae |
| Species: |
Melanotaenia herbertaxelrodi |
| Common Name: |
Axelrod's Rainbowfish, Yellow Rainbowfish, Lake
Tebera Rainbowfish. |
| Size: |
3˝ in (9 cm) |
| Habitat: |
S.E. ASIAN ISLANDS: Mainly from the Lake Tebera
basin in the Southern Highlands of Papua New Guinea. |
| Min Tank Size: |
At least a 40 gallon long for a school. |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous, frozen, flake and live. |
| Behavior: |
Active and peaceful. Schooling, more than 6 recommended. |
| Water: |
Temperature 70°F to 77°F (21°-25°
C), ph 7.5 - 8.0, Medium hardness, dH 10 to 15° |
| Care: |
Easy, provide plants and good water circulation. |
| Communities: |
Good, if kept with fish of similar needs. |
| Suitability: |
Good for all. |
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