Balloon Rainbowfish

GPTKB entity

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:species
gptkbp:age reaches maturity at 6 months
gptkbp:appearance elongated body
gptkbp:aquarist_popularity popular among aquarium enthusiasts
gptkbp:aquarium_trade can be territorial during breeding.
prefers densely planted tanks
prone to common freshwater diseases
requires space and plants
gptkbp:average_temperature 24-28 ° C
optimal at 26 ° C
should be stable and consistent
gptkbp:behavior schooling fish
gptkbp:breeding_behavior males display to attract females
requires soft, acidic water
egg layer
can breed regularly in captivity
gptkbp:breeding_eggs eggs are adhesive
gptkbp:breeding_season can breed year-round in captivity
gptkbp:character_traits active swimmers
gptkbp:color vibrant colors
males become more colorful during breeding season
gptkbp:color_variation various color morphs available
gptkbp:coloration iridescent scales
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Boeseman's_Rainbowfish
gptkbp:communication uses color and movement to communicate
gptkbp:community suitable for community tanks
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:death high with proper care
gptkbp:diet omnivorous
gptkbp:difficulty soft to moderately hard water
gptkbp:distribution found in rivers and streams
gptkbp:egg_fry_care fry are small and require infusoria
gptkbp:family gptkb:Melanotaeniidae
gptkbp:fins long dorsal fin
gptkbp:food_and_beverage accepts flakes and pellets
gptkbp:foraging_behavior 2-3 times a day
gptkbp:fry_growth fry grow quickly with proper care
gptkbp:fuel_capacity minimum 100 liters
requires regular water changes
small to medium-sized fish
requires separate breeding tank
requires plants and open swimming space
requires specific conditions for successful breeding
gptkbp:fuselage_material fine gravel or sand
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Melanotaenia
gptkbp:habitat freshwater
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Balloon Rainbowfish
gptkbp:lifespan around 5 years
gptkbp:lighting moderate to bright lighting
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:New_Guinea
gptkbp:origin discovered in the 1970s
gptkbp:p_hlevel 6.5-7.5
gptkbp:predators vulnerable to larger fish
gptkbp:related_species other rainbowfish species
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Melanotaenia_boesemani
gptkbp:size up to 10 cm
gptkbp:social_behavior enjoys being in groups
gptkbp:social_structure forms schools in the wild
gptkbp:tank_mates compatible with other peaceful species
gptkbp:temperament peaceful
gptkbp:water_quality requires clean, well-filtered water
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:The_Balloon_Rainbowfish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4