(Please note that the fish shown in the photo is only a representative of what an adult specimen would look like. The color may vary based on the age and sex of the fish you receive.)
Scientific Name: Glossolepis incisis
Common Name: Red Rainbowfish, Salmon Rainbowfish, Irian Red Rainbowfish, New Guinea Rainbowfish
Adult Size: 4.5 inches
Life Expectancy: 13 - 15 years
Habitat: Indonesia
Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons
Ideal Tank Conditions:
- Temperature Range: 72 - 77° F
- pH Range: 7.0 - 8.0
- Water Hardness: 9 - 19
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet & Nutrition: The fish are omnivorous and should be fed a quality flake food with supplemental proteins such as baby brine shrimp.
Breeding & Spawning: Egg layer; reproduces more easily in a separate breeding tank with a moss substrate. Courtship begins with the male displaying his brightest colors.
Gender: Males are bright red and females are silvery in appearance.
Compatible Tank Mates: See Compatibility Chart