Melanotaenia sp. “Morehead river”

Aquarist: DesktopAquatics

Species Profile: Melanotaenia sp. “Morehead river”

General species photo

Description:   Larger melanotaenia hailing from Morehead river in cape York. They are a unique rainbow that have striking pinkish red finnage and body. When not fired up have a duller opalesk appearance. Males tend to be larger with more striking coloration on the body.

Category:   Rainbowfish

Global Region:   Australia

Distribution:   Morehead river

Aquarist Notes

Photo of aquarist's species:

Genetic Line:   FX 3rd or more Generation

Year Acquired:   2024

Got mine from Marcos alcaraz in 2024