Fish Species
Threadfin Rainbowfish
Iriatherina werneri
About
A delicate small rainbowfish famous for the spectacular elongated fins of mature males. It is peaceful and best kept in a calm planted aquarium with gentle tankmates that will not outcompete it for food. A group with multiple females encourages natural displaying.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Iriatherina werneri
Origin Region
Southern New Guinea and northern Australia
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Omnivore
Care Difficulty
Intermediate
Max Size
5 cm | 2.0 in
Water Requirements
Small Rainbowfish / Blue-eyeTemperature
23–28°C
pH
5.5–7.5
GH Hardness
3–12dGH
KH Alkalinity
2–8dKH
Min Tank Size
60L