Fish Species
Lake Wanam Rainbowfish
Glossolepis wanamensis
About
A compact rainbowfish endemic to Lake Wanam in Papua New Guinea. Mature fish can show attractive green-bronze coloration and active schooling behavior. Its wild population is critically endangered, making responsibly maintained captive populations especially important.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Glossolepis wanamensis
Origin Region
Lake Wanam, Papua New Guinea
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Omnivore
Care Difficulty
Intermediate
Max Size
9 cm | 3.5 in
Water Requirements
Hardwater RainbowfishTemperature
24–30°C
pH
7–8.2
GH Hardness
8–18dGH
KH Alkalinity
5–12dKH
Min Tank Size
120L