Rainbow Fish
Hence the name, Rainbow fish have a large array of luminescent colours that cover their body. They can live in the aquarium and the pond and will control mosquito larvae. Unfortunately, they do eat small tadpoles so if you have native frog tadpoles in the pond then it is best not to stock it with these fish (Pacific Blue Eyes would be a better option). Here are several types of rainbow fish found in Australia:
Profile
Care: Easy
Size: 8-10cm (4 in)
Temp: 22-24*C (72-75° F)
pH: 7-8.5
Hardness: 10-30dH
Tank: 190L (50 gallon)
Breeding
Rainbow's will breed in the pond and aquarium. They are sexually mature at 6 months as well as fully grown. Their spawning temperature is 75*F or 24*C and use a dark substrate. Female will lay eggs onto Java Moss. Fry hatch in 7 days.
- Crismson Spotted Rainbowfish
- Banded Rainbowfish
- Ornate Rainbowfish
Profile
Care: Easy
Size: 8-10cm (4 in)
Temp: 22-24*C (72-75° F)
pH: 7-8.5
Hardness: 10-30dH
Tank: 190L (50 gallon)
Breeding
Rainbow's will breed in the pond and aquarium. They are sexually mature at 6 months as well as fully grown. Their spawning temperature is 75*F or 24*C and use a dark substrate. Female will lay eggs onto Java Moss. Fry hatch in 7 days.
