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The Barcoo River Rainbow is from the Barcoo river in Central Australia. These fish inhabit one of the most unhospitable riverine environments in the world. Water temperatures vary wildly through-out the year.
Overnight low can be about 12 Celsius in summer with a daytime high in the 40s. In winter overnight lows can be below freezing, while the next day can be in the comfortable 20s (Celsius). General water quality is also under pressure as the flow of freshwater is infrequent to say the least.
This means, these rainbows make a very hardy aquarium fish. Able to suffer the consequences of the casual inexperienced fish keeper. A heater is not required under normal conditions for an indoor aquarium.
Aprox Size: 4.5cm
Overnight low can be about 12 Celsius in summer with a daytime high in the 40s. In winter overnight lows can be below freezing, while the next day can be in the comfortable 20s (Celsius). General water quality is also under pressure as the flow of freshwater is infrequent to say the least.
This means, these rainbows make a very hardy aquarium fish. Able to suffer the consequences of the casual inexperienced fish keeper. A heater is not required under normal conditions for an indoor aquarium.
Aprox Size: 4.5cm
| Scientific Name | Melanotaenia splendida tatei |
| Size | 4.5 |
Customer Reviews
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nice choice Review by christine
Customer Rating very hardy and peaceful fish can't wait to see the full color when older will be buying more soon :) (Posted on 29/09/11)
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easy to keep Review by Crackers
Customer Rating Easy to keep, I don't use a heater.
Not a really bright fish though. There is no orange at all on mine. (Posted on 8/09/11) -
Beautiful Fish Review by Matt
Customer Rating Full of colour and energy. 5 of them in my tank... very hungry, will try out anything floating in the tank. And I suspect responsible for the disappearance of some of my glass shrimp, but otherwise leave my tetras and glass catfish alone. (Posted on 6/08/11)
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gorgeous rainbow Review by Chrissofisho;)
Customer Rating A gorgeous rainbow with stunning shimmery blue-green colour. I will definately be purchasing more. (Posted on 13/06/11)
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great fish Review by clarky
Customer Rating fish turned up in healthy condition and eating straight away.they are a good size and starting to colour up real quick (Posted on 3/03/11)
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Barcoo River Rainbow Review Review by Steve
Customer Rating Elegant and graceful Rainbow fish. Stunning deep orange colour on this peaceful little fish. Would look stunning in a group purchase. (Posted on 25/10/10)
