{"product_id":"boesemani-rainbowfish","title":"Boesemani Rainbowfish","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"485\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Boesemani Rainbow is one of the most striking freshwater rainbowfish, renowned for its vibrant half-blue, half-orange colouration and active schooling behaviour. Native to the Ayamaru Lakes of West Papua, Indonesia, this species is highly prized by aquarists for its brilliant colours, peaceful temperament, and constant activity. Mature males develop the most intense colouration, creating a spectacular display when kept in groups.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"716\"\u003eBoesemani Rainbowfish are hardy, social fish that thrive in well-maintained aquariums with plenty of swimming space. Their energetic nature and shimmering colours make them an excellent centrepiece for larger community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"743\" data-start=\"716\" data-section-id=\"sgkise\"\u003ePhysical Characteristics:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"792\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eApproximately 10–12cm\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"884\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eBody Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"812\"\u003eDeep-bodied, laterally compressed rainbowfish with a streamlined profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eColouration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"905\"\u003eFront half of the body displays metallic blue to purple tones, while the rear half develops vibrant orange to golden-yellow colouration. Colours intensify as the fish mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eSexual Dimorphism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eMales are larger, deeper-bodied, and display much brighter colouration than females, while females are smaller with more subdued colours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eApproximately 5–8 years with proper care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"1156\" data-start=\"1130\" data-section-id=\"1y8x2eq\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Temperament:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1375\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003ePeaceful and active\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003eMiddle to upper levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eSocial Behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eA schooling species that displays its best colours and natural behaviour when kept in groups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eRecommended Group Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003eMinimum of 6 individuals, with larger groups encouraged where space allows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1678\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e200 litres recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003e24–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e7.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eModerately hard to hard water preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003eModerate water movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eFine gravel or sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eAquascape:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003eOpen swimming areas combined with dense planting around the edges and driftwood for shelter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003eModerate to bright lighting enhances their natural colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2135\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003eBoesemani Rainbowfish are omnivores and benefit from a varied diet to maintain their health and vibrant colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003eSuitable Foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eHigh-quality tropical flakes, micro pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, insect larvae, and occasional vegetable-based foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2430\"\u003eOffer 1–2 meals daily in portions they can consume within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2526\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2670\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2552\"\u003eSuitable Tank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2555\"\u003eOther rainbowfish, tetras, rasboras, Corydoras catfish, peaceful barbs, gouramis, and other peaceful community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2695\"\u003eAvoid Housing With:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2698\"\u003eLarge aggressive cichlids, fin-nipping species, or fish small enough to be considered prey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2807\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2807\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2843\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2827\"\u003eSpawning Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2830\"\u003eEgg scatterer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2845\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2845\" data-end=\"2860\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2860\" data-end=\"2863\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"3061\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"2883\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"2886\"\u003eEggs are laid among fine-leaved plants or spawning mops over several days. Adults do not provide parental care, so eggs should be removed or protected for successful hatching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3094\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3215\"\u003eBoesemani Rainbowfish display their best colouration when kept in groups and provided with a varied, high-quality diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3217\" data-end=\"3281\"\u003eA tight-fitting lid is recommended, as they are capable jumpers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3283\" data-end=\"3393\"\u003eRegular water changes and stable water quality are essential for maintaining their health and vibrant colours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-is-intersecting=\"true\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a07cace-9148-8321-90f6-a0d8cacf07af-2\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-16\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a07cace-9148-8321-90f6-a0d8cacf07af-2\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a07cace-9148-8321-90f6-a0d8cacf07af-2\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-turn-start-message=\"true\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"14ca4684-25bf-4077-a102-1a5f3a0ad27f\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"3060\" data-start=\"2980\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"3060\" data-start=\"2980\"\u003eProduct Photo is for reference only. Exact fish may vary in size and colour. Please note as juvenile fish we cannot guarantee the colour or sex of the fish as adults.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Live Fish","offers":[{"title":"1 x","offer_id":54912682131828,"sku":"AQ 118392","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/1675\/8644\/files\/Boesmani-Rainbow-fish.webp?v=1783571991","url":"https:\/\/petcity.co.nz\/products\/boesemani-rainbowfish","provider":"Pet City","version":"1.0","type":"link"}