Species Profile:  Rhadinocentrus ornatus

Common Name:  Ornate Rainbowfish

Description

The ornate rainbowfish is native to Australia inhabiting freshwater habitats along the coastline including offshore islands. It prefers soft water and can tolerate very low pH.

Category:   Rainbowfish

Global Region:   Oceania

Distribution:   Southern Queensland and northern New South Wales

CARES Classification:   Vulnerable

Reference Links

Atlas of Living Australia: Rhadinocentrus ornatus

 

Aquarists keeping this Species

DragonFlyer: Rhadinocentrus ornatus 'Carland Creek'

DragonFlyer: Rhadinocentrus ornatus 'Seary's Creek'

NickCondonFish: Rhadinocentrus ornatus