Celebes Rainbowfish (4-5 CM)
£7.60
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The Celebes rainbowfish (Marosatherina ladigesi) is a small, transparent freshwater and brackish sailfin silverside endemic to the island of Sulawesi (formerly Celebes) in Indonesia.
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Description
Overview and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Marosatherina ladigesi (formerly Telmatherina ladigesi)
- Family: Telmatherinidae (sailfin silversides, though commonly called a rainbowfish)
- Conservation Status: Vulnerable (IUCN) due to habitat degradation and pollution
Appearance
- Size: Males grow to 6–8 cm (2.4–3.1 inches); females are slightly smaller at 5–7 cm (2–2.8 inches).
- Body: Slender, nearly transparent body featuring a bright blue stripe running along the sideline.
- Fins: Sexes are easy to tell apart because mature males develop striking, elongated black and yellow dorsal and ventral fins.
Habitat and Distribution
- Origin: Found only in clear, fast-flowing freshwater streams and mild estuaries near Maros in southern Sulawesi, Indonesia.
- Water Preferences: Prefers high dissolved oxygen, areas with dense aquatic vegetation, and temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F–82°F).
Aquarium Care
- Behavior: Peaceful, active, and social; best kept in a group (shoal) of at least 8 individuals.
- Tank Setup: Requires a minimum tank size of 120 liters with good water movement, high oxygenation, and open swimming space.
- Diet: Omnivorous; accepts high-quality flakes, micro pellets, and live or frozen foods like daphnia and brine shrimp.
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