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  2. Threadfin rainbowfish - Wikipedia

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    Threadfin rainbowfish do well in aquariums of 20 US gallons (76 L), however 30 US gallons (110 L) is preferred. They are best housed in a "species only" tank; meaning that the tank is reserved for the Threadfins alone. Because of their tiny mouths, they can be difficult to feed.

  3. Rainbowfish - Wikipedia

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    In a home setting, these fish need well-oxygenated water with a pH level of 6.8 – 7.2, optimal temperatures varying between 72 and 82 °F (22–28 °C), and plenty of aquatic plants to give them hiding places amid their school. If properly cared for, Rainbowfish can live up to 5 years in captivity. [5]

  4. List of marine aquarium fish species - Wikipedia

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    Requires a 30-gallon tank and 3 inches (7.6 cm) substrate. Tank should remain tightly lidded. May eat small shrimp. 10 cm (3.9 in) Blue dot jawfish: Opistognathus rosenblatti: Yes: 9 cm (3.5 in) Dusky jawfish: Opistognathus whitehurstii: Yes: Requires a 30-gallon tank and 3 inches (7.6 cm) sand substrate. Tank should remain tightly lidded. 14 ...

  5. Murray River rainbowfish - Wikipedia

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    The Murray River rainbowfish (Melanotaenia fluviatilis), [2] known less commonly as the Australian rainbowfish, is a species of freshwater fish endemic to southeastern Australia. The southernmost species of all rainbowfishes , these fish are very colourful, hence the name; and there is sexual dimorphism with the males being larger and more ...

  6. Dwarf rainbowfish - Wikipedia

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    Despite their size, this fish requires a tank of 15 gallons or more, with a length of at least 50–60 centimetres to accommodate their energetic nature. Schools of no less than six [ 11 ] should be kept, with as much as or more females than males to limit infighting and disperse aggression.

  7. List of freshwater aquarium fish species - Wikipedia

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    Grows large, needs lots of swimming room and is a schooling fish so a 125-gallon would be good for 3-4 [49] Black shark: Labeo chrysophekadion: 90 cm (35 in) Apollo Shark: Luciosoma setigerum: 22 cm (8.7 in) Siamese algae eater, fringe barb: Crossocheilus langei: 16 cm (6.3 in) Many other fish in the order Cypriniformes are also sold under this ...

  8. Guppy - Wikipedia

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    The guppy (Poecilia reticulata), also known as millionfish or the rainbow fish, [3] is one of the world's most widely distributed tropical fish and one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish species. It is a member of the family Poeciliidae and, like almost all American members of the family, is live-bearing. [4]

  9. Melanotaeniinae - Wikipedia

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    Australian rainbowfish are usually less than 12 cm (4.7 in) in length, with some species measuring less than 6 cm (2.4 in), while one species, Melanotaenia vanheurni, reaches lengths of up to 20 cm (7.9 in). They live in a wide range of freshwater habitats, including rivers, lakes, and swamps.