Rainbow Fish Facts
| Average Adult Size | 1 to 6+ inches long, depending on species |
| Average Life Span | depends on species |
| Diet | omnivore |
| Minimum Aquarium Size | 20+ gallons, depending on species |
| Water Temperature: | 72-82°F |
Diet
A well-balanced Rainbow Fish diet consists of:
- Flaked, pellet, frozen or live food.
- Avoid exclusive food which is not nutritionally complete.
Feeding
Things to remember when feeding your Rainbow Fish:
- Depending on species and size, feed small amounts 2-3 times daily, no more than fish can eat in 3-5 minutes.
- Thaw frozen food before feeding.
Housing
- Keep in an appropriate size aquarium; provide plants, rocks, caves and decor for hiding places and plenty of room for movement.
- Stable water quality, water temperature, and pH levels are critical to the health of aquatic life. If you are unsure of your water quality or pH levels,
Characteristics
- Males and mature fish are generally more intensely colored.
- Juveniles of both sexes are often very different in coloring from adults and can appear like separate species.
- Rainbows are very active and require plenty of space.
Habitat Maintenance
- Daily: check filter, water temperature and other equipment.
- Weekly: check water quality at least once a week.
- Monthly: change 10-25% of the total volume of water every 2-4 weeks, or as needed.
- Introduce new inhabitants to the aquarium gradually.
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