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
Collection Point: Teewah Creek
Genetic Line: FX 3rd or more Generation
Year Acquired: 2026
Acquired a group of 8 young fish from Nick Condon at NECA 1-Day CARES event.