{"product_id":"aves-creek-rainbowfish-melanotaenia-boesemani-aves-creek","title":"Aves Creek Rainbowfish - Melanotaenia boesemani \"Aves Creek\"","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"60\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAves Creek Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia boesemani “Aves Creek”)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eThe Aves Creek Rainbowfish is a rare and highly attractive locality strain of Boeseman’s Rainbowfish, prized for its strong red-orange rear body colouration, cooler blue-grey front half and softer colour transition compared with some standard Boesemani forms. Mature males can develop impressive depth of body and rich colour, especially when kept in a group with females and rival males. This is an active, peaceful and eye-catching rainbowfish for a spacious planted freshwater aquarium with clean, well-oxygenated water and plenty of open swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"796\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eAves Creek Rainbowfish. Also commonly referred to as Aves Creek Boesemani Rainbowfish, Red Aves Creek Boesemani, Boeseman’s Rainbowfish or Bicolour Rainbowfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"860\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"825\"\u003eMelanotaenia boesemani “Aves Creek”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"990\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eAround 10–15 cm in captivity, with males usually becoming larger, deeper-bodied and more colourful than females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eThis locality strain is associated with Aves Creek, a headwater creek connected with the Lake Ayamaru \/ Ajamaru region of West Papua, Indonesia. The species itself is naturally restricted to the Ajamaru Lakes region, nearby connected waters and the Lake Aitinjo area. In the wild, Boeseman’s Rainbowfish are found around clear freshwater lakes, tributaries, vegetated margins and open swimming areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eTemperature: 24–28°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003epH Range: 6.5–8.0\u003cbr data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eHardness: moderately hard to hard water preferred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003ePeaceful and suitable for a well-planned community aquarium. Males may display to each other, especially when mature and in good condition, but this is normally harmless when they are kept in a proper group with enough space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003eOmnivorous. It should be offered a varied diet including quality flake, small pellets, colour-enhancing foods, frozen brineshrimp, daphnia, bloodworm, mosquito larvae and occasional live foods. Regular varied feeding will help support strong red, orange, blue and yellow colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eA practical recommendation is at least 200 litres, with a 4ft aquarium or larger strongly preferred due to their active swimming behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2655\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003eThis is an active mid-to-upper level shoaling fish that should be kept in a group of at least 6, ideally 8 or more. Males show their best colour when kept with females and other males, especially in a mature aquarium with planted margins, open swimming space and stable water quality. Like many rainbowfish, they may jump when startled, so a secure lid is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"3100\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2678\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCommunity Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2695\"\u003eThis species is peaceful and works well with other robust, non-aggressive community fish that enjoy similar water conditions. Suitable tank mates include other rainbowfish, peaceful barbs, larger tetras, danios, Corydoras, bristlenose plecos and calm dwarf cichlids. Avoid aggressive cichlids, persistent fin nippers, very shy fish and soft acidic blackwater species that prefer very different conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3102\" data-end=\"3558\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3140\"\u003eBest kept in a mature, well-filtered aquarium with excellent oxygenation, regular maintenance and plenty of open swimming space. Darker substrate, planted sides and good-quality lighting can help enhance colour, while the centre of the aquarium should remain open for swimming. Locality strains should be kept responsibly and not mixed with other Boesemani locality forms if the aim is to preserve pure breeding lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3612\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3573\" data-end=\"3576\"\u003eBeginner to intermediate fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3614\" data-end=\"3689\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3627\" data-end=\"3630\"\u003eRare \/ occasional in trade, especially as a locality strain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3691\" data-end=\"3951\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":45961911107757,"sku":"AG-102714","price":7.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":45961911140525,"sku":"AG-102715","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":45961911173293,"sku":"AG-102716","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"X-Large","offer_id":45961911206061,"sku":"AG-102717","price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/Aves_Creek_Rainbowfish_-_Small_Melanotaenia_boesemani_Aves_Creek.jpg?v=1777485214","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/aves-creek-rainbowfish-melanotaenia-boesemani-aves-creek","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}