Common Name: Ornate Rainbowfish

Species Photo by: Marcel Wuethrich
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
Genetic Line: FX 3rd or more Generation
Line Traits: Mostly Red
Year Acquired: 2026
Acquired from PVAS Adopt-a-species group buy from Marcel Wuethrich.