The butterfly rainbow is a tropical fish native to northern Australia and southern New Guinea, belonging to the family Pseudomugilidae of the order Pseudomugilidae, and has a transparent body with yellowish coloration and elongated fins. In this article, I would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the Butterfly Rainbow and how to keep it.
What is Butterfly Rainbow?
The Butterfly Rainbow is a tropical fish in the family Pseudomugilidae (pseudomugil, blue-eye) of the order Pseudomugiliformes. The butterfly rainbow originates from northern Australia and southern New Guinea. The Butterfly Rainbow's body color is characterized by a yellow color on top of its transparent body, which makes it appear golden when the light hits it.Another characteristic of the butterfly rainbow is the elongation of each fin. In particular, many individuals have pectoral fins that extend upward, and the way they flap their fins is cute, making them a very popular breed. The name "butterfly" comes from the resemblance of the fluttering fins to the flapping wings of a butterfly.
When you go to a specialty store to look at tropical fish, you may be surprised at the large number of species available. The prices are different, as are the sizes and appearances, so it is difficult to know what to choose based on. In this article, I would like to explain in detail about the different types of tropical fish. Classification of tropical fish Ca[...]
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The Scarlet Gem is a tropical fish from India and Southeast Asia, belonging to the genus Dario of the family Badiidae, the order of sea bass, and has a beautiful scarlet body color that includes red and yellow tones. In this article, I would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the Scarlet Gem and how to keep it [...].
The Delmogeny is a tropical fish of the family Dermatophytidae (Dermatophytes) and genus Delmogeny, originating from the Kingdom of Thailand and Malaysia in Southeast Asia. In this article, we will explain in detail the characteristics of the Delmogeny and how to keep it [...].
The Neon dwarf rainbow is a tropical fish in the Melanotaenia family of the order Melanotaeniidae, which is native to the Mamberamo River that flows through the northern part of New Guinea Island, Indonesia. This time, the [...].
How to keep Butterfly Rainbows
Butterfly Rainbows can be an easy breed to keep. The lifespan of the Butterfly Rainbow is approximately 3-4 years. Their body size is about 4 to 5 cm. However, both lifespan and body size vary depending on the environment in which they are kept and the food they are fed. They prefer slightly alkaline to neutral water, with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5. Butterfly Rainbows are classified as a tropical fish, so if you keep them in Japan, you will need a heater in the winter.
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Points to keep in mind when mixing swimmers
Regarding mixed swimming, first of all, Butterfly Rainbows have a docile personality. Therefore, if the breed you put them with is territorial or aggressive, the guppies will be beaten up and may get injured or become sick due to stress. Butterfly Rainbows, like Neon Tetras, are a species that swim in groups. Therefore, it is recommended to keep them swimming in groups of 5 or 10 rather than in small groups of 1 or 2.Recommended species for mixing with Butterfly Rainbows are small fish such as neon tetras and other calasins and red fins. Depending on the species to be mixed with, if they are being chased, take measures such as adding water plants to create a hiding place.
The neon tetra is a tropical fish in the family Carassinae, and is a beautiful fish with a blue glow from its head to its tail fin. In this article, I would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the Neon Tetra and how to keep it. What is a Neon Tetra?
The cardinal tetra is a tropical fish of the family Carassinae of the order Carassinae that lives in the Negro and Amazon rivers in South America. It is a beautiful fish with a blue glow from its head to its tail fin. In this article, I would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the Cardinal Tetra and how to keep it. [...].
The redfin is a tropical fish of the carp family Tanichthys, which is native to Baiyunshan in Guangzhou, China. Its body color is mainly silver-gray with a dark blue line from the back of the eye to the base of the tail fin. In this article, we will explain in detail the characteristics of the redfin and how to keep it [...].
Points about spawning
Many people who keep Butterfly Rainbows want to breed them. To distinguish between male and female Butterfly Rainbows, male Butterfly Rainbows have elongated fins and a more vivid yellow body color. On the other hand, females have less elongated fins, and their body color may or may not be a little yellow. Therefore, it is very easy to distinguish them from each other.Butterfly Rainbows normally (in nature) spawn during the rainy season from October to December, so in the environment where they are kept, if you do a water change and lower the water temperature a little, they will mistake it for the rainy season and spawn. If you put in spawning beds and water plants, they will attach eggs to the water. Once the environment is set up, it is not so difficult to breed them, so even first-timers can breed them. However, one point to note when breeding butterfly rainbows is that the amount of eggs laid by one female at one time is very small (3-5 eggs), so if you see eggs attached to them, please move them to another aquarium immediately.
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What to look for when keeping a Butterfly Rainbow
The Butterfly Rainbow is recommended for its ease of keeping and mixed swimming. It is especially recommended for beginners and those who are not familiar with tropical fish. The Butterfly Rainbow is easy to recognize compared to other species, and its appearance is very cute and peaceful when you see it swimming with its pectoral fins moving frantically.They are also relatively easy to breed, so we encourage you to give them a try. We also recommend that you try breeding them in any aquarium, large or small. If you are interested in butterfly rainbows, we recommend that you visit a specialty store.
