Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia Praecox)

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Freshwater Livestock/Other Tropical Fishes/Rainbowfish

Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia Praecox)

Name: Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia Praecox)
SKU: 29699
Price: 43.00 SGD
Availability: InStock

Beginner Friendly Schooling Peaceful Community Tank Planted Tank Blue Red

SGD 43.00

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Product Variations

Quantity

Stock: 100

Product Details

Size

4cm - 6cm

Temperament

Peaceful

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Product Description

Melanotaenia praecox (Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish)

Melanotaenia praecox, commonly known as the Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish, is one of the most popular Rainbowfish species in the aquarium hobby. Renowned for its brilliant metallic blue body and vibrant red fins, this active schooling fish brings constant movement and dazzling color to any freshwater aquarium.

Peaceful and easy to care for, Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish thrive in groups where their natural behavior and coloration are best displayed. Their compact size makes them an excellent choice for community aquariums, planted tanks, and Rainbowfish collections alike.

Key Features:

- Brilliant metallic blue coloration with vivid red fins

- Peaceful and highly active schooling fish

- Ideal for planted and community aquariums

- Compact size suitable for a wide range of tank setups

- Colors intensify when kept in groups and under proper lighting

Care Level: Easy

Temperament: Peaceful

Adult Size: Up to 5–6 cm

Diet: Omnivore – accepts quality flakes, pellets, frozen, and live foods

Water Temperature: 23–28°C

pH: 6.5–7.8

With its shimmering blue body, energetic swimming behavior, and easy-going nature, Melanotaenia praecox is an excellent choice for aquarists looking to add vibrant color and activity to their freshwater aquarium.

Suitable Tank Mates for Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia Praecox)

Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia Praecox)

Suitable Tank Mates for Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia Praecox)

Botia striata 5-6cm

Synodontis nigriventis 3-4cm

Corydoras Sterbai

Blue Koi Guppy

Nothobranchius patrizii 3-4cm

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Mzuel

Albino koi glass belly short body ribbon fin

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