Boesemani Rainbowfish
A fast, colorful schooling fish that looks best in groups. Rainbowfish thrive in larger tanks with strong filtration and open swimming space.
tankSize
150L (40 gal) minimum for a group
careLevel
Beginner to Intermediate
temperature
24 to 28C
temperament
Peaceful
diet
Quality flakes or pellets plus frozen foods
lifespan
5 to 8 years
aloneOrCommunity
Community (schooling)
weeklyMaintenance
Water changes and filter maintenance
Best for
- Owners who want vibrant color and movement
- Larger community tanks with open swimming room
- People who enjoy keeping active groups
- Aquariums with stable, clean water
Not ideal for
- Small tanks without swimming space
- Uncycled aquariums
- Tanks with aggressive fish
- Very timid fish that get stressed by fast swimmers
Temperament
- Peaceful but very active
- Best kept in groups of 6 or more
- Can outcompete shy fish for food
Daily routine
feeding: Feed once or twice daily; ensure food reaches slower tank mates too.
check: Watch for bright color, active swimming, and normal appetite.
enrichment: Provide open water for schooling and plants for breaks.
Living fit
smallHome: Needs a larger tank footprint to shine.
kids: Very fun to watch and easy to understand as a group fish.
firstTimeOwner: Good if you can provide adequate tank size and cycling.
Health notes
- Strong filtration and clean water support long-term health.
- Avoid sudden temperature swings.
- Quarantine new fish to reduce disease introduction.
Cost and time
time: Low daily time; standard weekly maintenance.
cost: Moderate setup cost due to larger tank and filtration needs.
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