{"product_id":"melanotaenia-trifasciata-4-6cm","title":"Banded Rainbowfish | Melanotaenia trifasciata","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA colourful northern Australian rainbowfish. Adults can reach 12–15cm; juveniles develop stronger colours and deeper bodies as they mature. Colour varies by population.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMelanotaenia trifasciata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBehaviour\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep at least eight, ideally a mixed-sex shoal. Males display naturally in a group. Their speed can unsettle shy or slow-feeding fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTank Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur recommended minimum is 250 litres with a 120 × 45cm base for a shoal. A longer 150cm aquarium is preferable for larger groups or a busy community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are adult housing recommendations; choose more space when adding tank mates. Allow for space occupied by substrate and décor when comparing aquarium capacities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse similarly active, peaceful companions with matching water needs. Avoid timid small fish, slow ornamental bettas and species needing very soft acidic water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer quality omnivore flakes or pellets with small frozen or live foods for variety. Feed in small amounts at more than one point so all fish get a share.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26–29°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–20 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant the sides and back while retaining open swimming length. Fit a secure lid and maintain good oxygenation. Do not keep very different locality forms together if preserving a breeding line is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd only to a fully cycled aquarium. Keep ammonia and nitrite at 0mg\/l. Start with a 25–30% weekly water change using dechlorinated, temperature-matched water and adjust to test results and stocking. Rinse biological filter media in removed aquarium water rather than under the tap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Animals Are Click and Collect Only.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can order online, choose click and collect, and we will hold your order for collection in store.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petra - Aqua Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55223254483271,"sku":"1141989","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/BandedRainbowfish_Melanotaeniatrifasciata_2.png?v=1790965461","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/en-gb\/products\/melanotaenia-trifasciata-4-6cm","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}