Red Rainbowfish (Glossolepis incisus)

Fish Species

Red Rainbowfish

Glossolepis incisus

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About

A large, deep-bodied rainbowfish endemic to Lake Sentani. Adult males can become intensely red while females remain more olive to bronze. Keep in a group with ample swimming room; the species is peaceful but boisterous and appreciates warm, clean, well-oxygenated water.

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Classification

Scientific Name

Glossolepis incisus

Origin Region

Lake Sentani, West Papua, Indonesia

Water Type

freshwater

Diet

Omnivore

Care Difficulty

Intermediate

Max Size

12 cm | 4.7 in

Water Requirements
Hardwater Rainbowfish

Temperature

24–30°C

pH

7–8.2

GH Hardness

8–18dGH

KH Alkalinity

5–12dKH

Min Tank Size

180L