Parkinsoni Rainbow

✨ Vibrant orange ‘flames’ and shimmering silver scales make these active shoalers a showstopper. Peaceful, hardy, and perfect for larger planted community tanks.

Parkinsoni Rainbows are striking, active freshwater fish known for their brilliant orange streaks and shimmering silver bodies. They are hardy and energetic, making them a fantastic choice for hobbyists looking to add movement and vibrant colour to a community setup. While juveniles may appear plain, mature males develop spectacular colouration that truly glows under the right lighting.

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🐟 Parkinsoni Rainbow Care Tips

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✅ Tank Requirements

• Tank Size: Minimum 150 litres for a small colony to allow for their active swimming nature.
• Group Size: 6 or more; they are shoaling fish that feel most secure and display better colours in a group.
• Substrate: Darker substrates are recommended to make their orange highlights pop.
• Filtration: Efficient filtration with moderate water flow to mimic their natural river habitats.

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🌡️ Water Parameters

• Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
• pH: 7.0–8.0
• Hardness: 10–20 dGH
• TDS: 200–400 ppm

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🍽️ Diet

• Omnivorous: High-quality floating flakes and micro-pellets suited for their upward-facing mouths.
• Supplement with live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms for growth and colour intensity.

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🧼 Tank Maintenance

• Perform weekly water changes (10–15%) using dechlorinated, temperature-matched water.
• Maintain high oxygen levels and stable water chemistry, as Rainbows are sensitive to sudden swings in parameters.

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🤝 Tank Mates

• Peaceful and active; best kept with other Rainbowfish, larger Tetras, Corydoras, and peaceful Gouramis.
• Avoid very small fry or extremely slow-moving, timid species that may be intimidated by their speed.

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🍀 Colour & Health Enhancement

• Lighting: Morning sunlight or high-quality LED lighting with a red/orange spectrum will enhance their natural glow.
• Diet: A mineral-rich, varied diet supports healthy growth and vibrant colour:

• High-quality colour-enhancing flakes
• Occasional protein foods like daphnia for breeding condition
• Carotenoid-rich supplements to intensify orange pigmentation