Where Does Boeseman's Rainbowfish Live?

Boeseman's Rainbowfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Boeseman's Rainbowfish

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow, clear waters near the surface, often among submerged vegetation or fallen branches.

Environment

Lakes and associated tributaries. Specifically, it is endemic to the Ajamaru Lakes and their outflowing streams (Ayamaru River system) in the Bird's Head Peninsula (Vogelkop) of West Papua, Indonesia. These lakes are typically clear, alkaline, and well-vegetated.

Geographic range

Endemic to the Ajamaru Lakes region of West Papua, Indonesia.

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