Neon Dwarf Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia praecox) is one of the most popular rainbowfish for nano tank due to its small size. It has intense blue neon body with red fins along with it.
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Habitat: It originated from Papua, Indonesia but has been successfully bred in captivity. It inhabits slow moving rivers with clear water with dense vegetations.
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Water parameter:
pH: 7.0-7.5
TDS: 150-200 ppm
Temperature: 26-28°C
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Max length: 8 cm
Usual size on trade: 2.5 cm and 4 cm
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Characteristic: The Neon Dwarf Rainbowfish is a great choice for communal tank since it is not aggressive and get along with other species well. Dense planted tank is highly appreciated by it. Dimmed light is favorable since it tends to avoid bright areas.
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Diet: Frozen bloodworm, live tubifex and high-grade pellet will be accepted readily.
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Suitable tank mates: Tetras, Corydoras, plecos, synodonthis and rainbowfish
Unsuitable tank mates: Malawi cichlids, Arowanas, Tiger fish and other aggressive fish.
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