PisciDex Species Profile
Celebes Rainbowfish
Slender Sulawesi rainbowfish for clean well-oxygenated aquariums, best kept in large groups.
Marosatherina ladigesi
Telmatherinidae | Oceania | Sulawesi, Indonesia
Core Requirements
Tank Size
20 gallons minimum
Adult Size
3 inches
Group Size
Group 8+
Bioload
2/10
Water Parameters
Temperature
68-82 F
pH
7-7.8
Plant Safe
Yes
Invert Safe
Yes
Data Confidence
medium
Temperature note: Recommended and tolerated temperature ranges currently match the primary care profile.
Behavior & Husbandry
Temperament
Peaceful
Aggression
1/10
Diet
Omnivore
Difficulty
Intermediate
Lifespan
4 years
Breeding
Intermediate
Schooling
Yes
Compatibility Tags
CommunityPeacefulSchoolingMid WaterTop WaterPlant SafeInvert SafeHardwater
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Species Compatibility
Database-driven compatibility notes for planning community aquariums.