Boeseman's Rainbowfish – Melanotaenia boesemani | Colorful schooling fish with blue-orange coloring & lively behavior

The Boeseman's Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia boesemani) is one of the most popular rainbowfish species. It originates from the clear lakes of West Papua and captivates with its striking two-toned body coloration – an intense blue in the front part of the body and a vibrant orange to red in the rear section.

This species is peaceful, active swimmers, and social, ideal for large, planted community aquariums with plenty of open space. When kept in groups, the fish display their most beautiful colors and harmonious, lively social behavior.

🌿 Characteristics & Care:
🐠 Fish size: M (4–5 cm)
🌎 Origin: West Papua (Ayamaru Lake)
🌡️ Temperature: 24–28 °C
💧 pH value: 6.5–8.0
⚖️ Total hardness: up to 18 °dGH
🐟 Social behavior: Peaceful, schooling fish (from 6 individuals)
🌾 Aquarium: From 200 l, planted, with current & open swimming space

🍽️ Feeding:
Accepts live, frozen, and dry food. A color-enhancing diet with spirulina, krill, or paprika extract makes the colors shine more intensely.

💡 Tip:
A brightly lit aquarium with a dark substrate particularly emphasizes the contrasting two-tone coloration of these impressive rainbowfish.

👉 Conclusion:
The Boeseman's Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia boesemani) is a colorful, peaceful schooling fish – ideal for large community aquariums with lively dynamics.