Splendid rainbowfish

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:activities active swimmer
gptkbp:age reaches maturity at 6 months
gptkbp:aquarium_origin first bred in captivity in the 1970s
gptkbp:aquarium_trade popular in aquariums
prefers dense vegetation
compatible with many species
flakes and pellets
requires a well-cycled tank
gptkbp:available_colors depends on diet and environment
gptkbp:average_temperature tolerates a range of temperatures
22-28 ° C
gptkbp:behavior schooling fish
gptkbp:biodiversity many species within the genus Melanotaenia
gptkbp:breeding_behavior egg-laying
spawning in plants
frequent spawner
high if conditions are met
males court females with displays
gptkbp:breeding_season year-round in ideal conditions
gptkbp:character_traits curious and social
gptkbp:color vibrant colors
males more colorful during breeding season
gptkbp:color_variation varies by region
gptkbp:coloration iridescent scales
gptkbp:common_name Rainbowfish, Splendid Rainbowfish
gptkbp:communication uses color and movement
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:diet omnivore
gptkbp:difficulty soft to moderately hard
gptkbp:distribution gptkb:New_Guinea
gptkbp:egg_size parents do not care for eggs
gptkbp:family gptkb:Melanotaeniidae
gptkbp:fins long and flowing
gptkbp:fish_species not suitable with aggressive fish
gptkbp:foraging_behavior daytime
gptkbp:fuel_capacity minimum 100 liters
separate breeding tank recommended
regular water changes needed
planted tanks
gptkbp:habitat freshwater rivers
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Splendid rainbowfish
gptkbp:lifespan up to 5 years
gptkbp:light_requirement moderate lighting preferred
gptkbp:lighting requires hiding spots
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:Australia
gptkbp:predators larger fish
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Melanotaenia_splendida
gptkbp:size up to 10 cm
size varies by species
gptkbp:social_behavior interacts well with its own species
gptkbp:social_structure forms schools
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships none known
gptkbp:tank_mates peaceful species
gptkbp:water_quality requires clean water
gptkbp:water_requirement 6.5-7.5
prefers gentle water flow
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Melanotaenia_splendida
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6