{"title":"Rainbow Fish","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"male-rainbow-shiner-pt","title":"Male Rainbow Shiner - Notropis Chrosomus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a North American species and has been recorded from several states in the south east of the USA, including Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee. The species was originally endemic to the Mobile River drainage, but has since spread elsewhere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Rainbow Shiner is known from a variety of temperate fast-flowing habitats, including small rivers, springs, clear streams, creeks, and riffles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe aquarium should be spacious, mature, and well filtered. Be sure to provide the fish with plenty of hiding places (rocks, bogwood, robust planting) and a decent current from additional powerheads. The higher the temperature of the water, the greater the level of oxygenation that is required. Rainbow Shiners are primarily a mid to top dwelling species, and they would mix well with other fish of similar size and temperament and which enjoy the same fast-flowing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlake, micro granules, small frozen foods such as mosquito larvae, daphnia, and vitamin-enriched brineshrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood tankmates could include some of the torpedo shaped nemacheilid loaches such as Schistura, Nemacheilus, and Mesonoemacheilus which will occupy the lower levels of the aquarium; some of the sub tropical botiid loaches would work well too, e.g. Sinibotia pulchra and Ambastaia nigrolineata; and also Weather loaches (Misgurnus anguillicaudatus) would mix well, providing that the tank is large enough to accommodate these inquisitive bottom dwellers, which can attain 20cm (10\"). Rhinogobius sp. gobies also make great companions. Although the Rainbow Shiner is generally a peaceable species, long-finned tank mates are best avoided. \u003cspan\u003eThis is a peaceful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshoaling species, which is best kept in groups of 6 or more. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fishcave Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57089969422661,"sku":null,"price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/0977\/1077\/files\/chrosomusMAQ.jpg?v=1770590620"},{"product_id":"gidomen-village-rainbowfish-pair-only","title":"Gidomen Village Rainbowfish - Glossolepis sp. 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Fortunately, these fish display and flash frequently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately, many, if not most, rainbowfish are critically endangered because their habitats are being destroyed by rapid industrial expansion. The pattern has been that as soon as roads are built that allow explorers access to new rainbowfish species, industry follows and the habitats disappear in short order. The habitats of many populations have disappeared, seemingly overnight. There are no effective government controls to mitigate this and the cycle of habitat destruction is not going to stop anytime soon. Gladly, almost all rainbowfish available for sale in the UK are bred and raised in aquariums and not collected from the wild. However, if these captive populations are ever lost, many of these fish will disappear. The more of us who keep these jewels, the higher the probability they won’t completely disappear from the earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fish were discovered in 2010 and have not yet been scientifically named, so, for now, we will go by the collection location of “Gidomen” or “Gidomen Village.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost rainbows of the Melanotaenia, Glossolepis, and Chilatherina genre grow to 5″ – 6,” maybe even more on the largest species. Many people successfully keep rainbows in tanks that are around 3 feet long…it can be done. However, these fish are rapid swimmers and do best in a tank that is at least 4 feet long (the length of a standard 55 gallon aquarium). If your tank is smaller, we would recommend sticking to the dwarf species which top out at around 3-3.5″ or less. Alternatively, looking into the closely related Pseudomugil genus (commonly called Blue Eyes) might yield the perfect species for a small aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRainbowfish are easy to feed. They are not picky and will greedily and rapidly eat most standard aquarium foods. However, they can develop problems when fed large, hard food. So, we find it best to feed “soft” foods like flakes, frozen foods, Repashy, and the like. 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This colorful and active species is a popular choice for larger community tanks, bringing a dynamic and eye-catching presence to any aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the clear, freshwater lakes and rivers of the Bird’s Head Peninsula in West Papua, Indonesia, the Boesemani Rainbow Fish thrives in well-oxygenated, warm waters surrounded by dense vegetation. These fish are adapted to clear water with a stable environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoesemani Red Fire Rainbow Fish are omnivorous and benefit from a varied diet. They should be fed high-quality flakes or pellets, along with live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. Providing a varied diet will help enhance their vibrant coloration and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese peaceful and active fish do best in schools of six or more, which encourages natural behaviors and reduces stress. They are compatible with other peaceful species such as tetras, rasboras, danios, barbs, and other rainbowfish. Due to their active nature, they should be housed with similarly sized and non-aggressive tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavioural Traits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoesemani Red Fire Rainbow Fish are peaceful and non-aggressive, making them an excellent choice for community tanks. They are social fish that thrive in groups, where they display their best colors and behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginner to Intermediate. 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