Forktail Rainbowfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Forktail Rainbowfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 10 gallons (38 liters)
• Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks with other small, peaceful fish such as other rainbowfish, tetras, rasboras, and dwarf cichlids. Avoid housing with large or aggressive species that may prey on them.
• Special requirements: Prefers a well-planted aquarium with open swimming spaces. A tight-fitting lid is recommended as they are known jumpers. Best kept in groups of 6 or more to encourage natural schooling behavior and reduce stress. Males will display their best colors when kept with females.

Water parameters

Temperature

23-28°C (73-82°F)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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