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Fish Database: Celebes Rainbow - Marosatherina ladigesi

Aquarium requirements

Aquarium suitability: 4/5
Sociability rating: 9/10
Area of tank: Middle, top
Aquarium water conditions: 6.5-8.5, s,m,h,vh
Temperature: 22 - 28C
Feeding: Flake, frozen, dried, live foods
Minimum tank size: 75cm
Min / Max number in tank: Min 5

Fish fact file

Family: Telmatherinidae (Sailfin silversides)
Synonyms: Telmatherina ladigesi
Other common names: Celebes Sailfish
Origin: Asia; Indonesia; Sulawesi (Sulawesi - Celebes)
Natural habitat: Slow moving waters
Size: 8cm
Behavior: Peaceful, shoaling
Breeding: Egg layer, spawns amongst vegetation.
Natural water conditions: pH 7-8, soft to medium
Sexing: Males are more strikingly coloured and have extended dorsal and anal fins.

Fish code No.2509

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The Celebes Rainbow is an attractive little fish for suitable community aquariums. The fish sports extended fins, notably on males, which give it an unusual movement and appearance in the aquarium. Celebes rainbows should be kept in groups in aquariums with planted areas and some surface cover. Whilst their natural waters are not overly hard, like many rainbowfish they will adapt and do well in hard water. Changing from hard to soft water can be more difficult and should be done over a longer period. The fish can be sensitive to other water perameters so good water quality is essential. Some sources suggest adding salt to the aquarium for these fish. Although this is not a requirement, it does indicate the Celebes can be kept in mildly brackish water.
Allowing morning and evening light to reach the aquarium can improve health and encourage spawning activity.

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