5cm Red Rainbow Fish

Description: 

Red Rainbowfish (Glossolepis incises) is a species of tropical freshwater fish from the Melanotaeniidae family, known as the rainbowfish family.

The species goes by a few names, including Salmon Red Rainbowfish, Red Iranian Rainbowfish, and New Guinea Red Rainbowfish.

They are native to Lake Sentani in Indonesia. Here they live in shoals for protection, hiding in dense vegetation.

They are a peaceful species that are easy to care for. They are a great choice for casual or beginner aquarists.

Scientific Name:

Glossolepis incises

Lifespan:

6-8 Years

Size:

Up to 15cm / 6 Inches

Diet:

Omnivore. High quality flakes, pellets, frozen and live foods.

pH:

6.8 – 7.8 – Will not do well in soft acidic conditions.

Hardness: 

10° to 18° of hardness

Temperature: 

Tropical – 22°-28° Celsius / 71°-83° Fahrenheit

Aggression: 

Peaceful

Schooling?:

Yes