1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: The Blue Lacustris Rainbowfish has a striking blue to turquoise body, which can appear metallic under proper lighting. Males often display brighter, more intense colors, especially during breeding or when showing dominance. Size: They typically grow to about 4-5 inches (10-12...

1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: Males: Full-color male Boesemani Rainbowfish display a striking blend of deep blue on the front half of their bodies, transitioning into bright orange or yellow towards the tail. Their colors become more intense with maturity, especially during displays of dominance or...

1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: Males: Deepwater Creek Rainbowfish males are known for their shimmering, metallic coloration that can range from blue-green to gold, with bright orange or red fins. Their bodies often exhibit iridescent shades that change under different lighting conditions, making them a standout...

1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: Males: Male M. dorityi are strikingly beautiful, displaying a range of colors. They typically have a blue or greenish body with iridescent orange, red, or yellow hues along the flanks, particularly around the mid-body and extending toward the tail. Their fins...

1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: Body: Furcata Rainbowfish have a translucent or silver-blue body that shimmers under aquarium lighting. The males tend to exhibit more vibrant colors than females. Fins: Their fins, particularly the dorsal and anal fins, are bright yellow with black outlines, creating a...

1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: Goyder River Rainbowfish are known for their iridescent blue, green, and gold hues. Males are more colorful, with vibrant red or orange fins, especially during breeding or territorial displays. Females are typically duller but still show metallic sheens. Size: They grow...

1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: Kamaka Rainbowfish display a stunning blue to violet iridescence, which can shift depending on light conditions. The intensity of the colors is especially pronounced in males during courtship or territorial displays. Their fins may have light orange or yellow edges. Size:...

Scientific Name Melanotaenia praecox Common Names Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish Neon Rainbowfish Physical Appearance Size: Adults grow to about 2–3 inches (5–7.5 cm). Coloration: Shimmering silvery-blue body with a neon-like glow. Males often have more intense blue coloring. Bright red or orange fins, which contrast beautifully...

1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: The Red Irian Rainbowfish exhibits stunning coloration, with males displaying a vibrant red-orange body with blue and green iridescent highlights, especially on their fins. Females are generally more subdued in color, featuring a lighter body with some iridescent sheen. Size: Males...

1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: Signifer Rainbowfish are known for their vibrant coloration, particularly in males, which exhibit a beautiful mix of blue and green body colors with striking yellow or orange accents on their fins. Females are generally less colorful, with a more subdued appearance....

1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: Male Turquoise Rainbowfish are renowned for their stunning, vibrant coloration. They exhibit a brilliant turquoise blue body with striking metallic sheen and bright orange to red accents on their fins, especially during breeding displays. The overall effect is dazzling, making them...

1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: Male Wanamensis Rainbowfish are known for their striking appearance, featuring vibrant blue to green bodies with bright orange or red accents on their fins, especially the dorsal and anal fins. The overall coloration can vary based on mood and environment. Females...

1. Physical Characteristics Coloration: Male Yellow Rainbowfish are known for their striking yellow to golden bodies, often with vibrant blue or green accents on the fins, especially during breeding displays. Their coloration can vary based on water conditions and stress levels. Females tend to be...