Aquarist Species: Glossolepis maculosus
Aquarist: AsianFishBiologist
Species Profile: Glossolepis maculosus
Description: Rainbowfish native to Papua New Guinea. Found in high-altitude swamps and creeks.
Category: Rainbowfish
Global Region: Oceania
Distribution: Papua New Guinea
CARES Classification: Endangered
Aquarist Notes
Photo of aquarist's species:
Genetic Line: F2 Second Generation
Year Acquired: 2025
Captive raised fish acquired from Marcel Wuethrich in December 2025
Spawning notes:
Species Spawned: Yes
Small-medium Spawning mop in 78-80 degree water, conditioned with Naupuli.
Have Reared Fry? Yes
Eggs are smaller than average Melanotaenia eggs, hatch in 7-9 days, feed with 5-50 micron fry foods as soon as they hatch