Coen River Rainbow -(No Online Purchases)

Name: Coen River Rainbowfish - Instore pick up only

Scientific Name:Melanotaenia splendida inornata (Coen River locality)

Description: A beautiful Australian native rainbowfish known for its shimmering scales, attractive colouration and active swimming behaviour. The Coen River Rainbowfish is a geographical variety of the Chequered Rainbowfish, with mature males displaying stronger colours, deeper bodies and more prominent fins, particularly during courtship. Peaceful, hardy and energetic, this rainbowfish makes an excellent addition to larger community aquariums and Australian native fish displays.

Origin: Australia – Coen River system, Cape York Peninsula, Far North Queensland. A geographical variety of the Chequered Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia splendida inornata).

pH: Approximately 6.5–8.0

Temperature: Around 24–28°C

Adult Size: Approximately 10–12 cm

Lifespan: Approximately 5–8 years with proper care.

Food: Omnivorous. Accepts high-quality tropical flakes, small pellets, frozen and live foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms and insect larvae. A varied diet containing both plant and animal-based foods helps maintain good health, growth and vibrant natural colouration.

Compatibility: Peaceful and active. Suitable for community aquariums with other similarly sized rainbowfish, larger tetras, peaceful barbs, Corydoras and other non-aggressive species. Best maintained in groups of six or more, ideally with a mixture of males and females to encourage natural schooling and courtship behaviour. Avoid aggressive tank mates and very small or delicate fish that may be intimidated by their active swimming.

Habitat: Prefers a spacious, well-filtered aquarium with clean, well-oxygenated water and gentle to moderate water movement. Provide plenty of open swimming space alongside planted areas, driftwood and natural decorations for shelter. A darker substrate and suitable aquarium lighting can help highlight the fish's natural colours and iridescent scales. Regular water changes and stable water parameters are important for maintaining good health.