Praecox Rainbows
But all praecox sold for aquariums are aquacultured in malaysia.
Praecox rainbows. The dwarf rainbowfish melanotaenia praecox is a species of rainbowfish in the subfamily melanotaeniinae also commonly known as the neon rainbowfish. It doesn t appreciate bright conditions and we suggest the use of floating plants to diffuse the light entering the tank allow open spaces between areas of planting to allow swimming space and areas for males to display at one another. It is endemic to the mamberamo river basin in west papua in indonesia 2 and common in the aquarium trade.
Rainbowfish are known for their characteristic large eyes black or silver band that runs through the middle scale rows deeply forked mouths and two dorsal fins. The praecox rainbow otherwise known as the dwarf neon rainbow is a peaceful schooling fish. We are the largest tropical fish importer and wholesaler in the northwest.
Neon dwarf rainbowfish melanotaenia praecox get to 3 5 inches long and are kept in groups of 6 or more buy neon dwarf rainbows at https geni us neondw. This little rainbowfish is ideally suited to a heavily planted setup and will show its best colours in such surroundings. They are active peaceful schooling fish and occupy the top level of the tank.
In the wild praecox rainbows can be found in indonesia and papua new guinea. 3 5 years. The praecox rainbowfish lives among roots logs and other vegetation in the swifter moving streams and tributaries that are adjacent to the main river channels marshes and swamps of west papua new guinea in indonesia.
Praecox rainbows are a very popular aquarium fish and don t require anything special. A planted aquarium with plenty of free swimming places availab. We built this store to service small businesses and experienced hobbyists.
Neon rainbowfish dwarf rainbowfish peacock rainbowfish praecox rainbowfish diamond rainbowfish family. Praecox rainbowfish melanotaenia praecox are also known by tropical fish keeping enthusiasts as the dwarf rainbow dwarf neon rainbow praecox rainbow and neon rainbow. Beginner please visit your local pet s.
The praecox rainbow otherwise known as the dwarf neon rainbow is a peaceful schooling fish. Average adult fish size. Praecox rainbowfish dwarf neon rainbowfish.
We have mastered the art of keeping and shipping aquatic life. A peaceful community aquarium. Rainbows would ideally be in a planted tank.
This is a beautiful dwarf rainbow that will add a splash of color to any peaceful aquarium.