Desert Rainbowfish

Melanotaenia splendida tatei
Family: Melanotaeniidae
Origin: Australia
Adult Size: 4 inches (9 - 10 cm)
Social: Peaceful schooling fish
Lifespan: 5 years
Tank Level: Top, Mid dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon
Diet: Omnivore
Breeding: Egglayer
Care: Intermediate
pH: 6.0 - 8.0
Hardness: up to 30 dGH
Temperature: 68-86 F (20-30 C)