Melanotaenia exquisita

Aquarist: DesktopAquatics

Species Profile: Melanotaenia exquisita

Species Photo by: Kyle Carlson

Description:   is a small, colorful Australian freshwater fish known for its vibrant red and dark banding, slender body, and preference for fast-flowing, clear waters

Category:   Rainbowfish

Global Region:   Australia

Distribution:   Bindoola creek

Aquarist Notes

Photo of aquarist's species:

Collection Point:   Bindoola creek

Genetic Line:   FX 3rd or more Generation

Year Acquired:   2024

Bright orange finnage with a blueish grey body and stripes going laterally down the side of the fish. I got mine from Marcel in 2024 and Marcos Alcaraz

Species Spawned:   Yes

Have Reared Fry?   Yes