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Red Rainbowfish

Red Rainbowfish

Scientific Name:

Glossolepis incisus
Family: Melanotaeniidae
Origin: New Guinea
Adult Size: 6 inches (15 cm)
Social: Peaceful
Lifespan: 5 years
Tank Level: Top, Mid dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon
Diet: Carnivore
Breeding: Egglayer
Care: Intermediate
pH: 7.0 - 7.5
Hardness: 18-25 dGH
Temperature: 72-79 F (22-24 C)
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