Photo taken at Wharf Aquatics
Photos © Sean Evans
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| Common name: | Threadfin Rainbow |
| Scientific name: | Iriatherina werneri |
| Synonyms: | (none) |
| Size: | 2" (5cm) |
| Origin: | N. Australia and Irian Jaya |
| Tank setup: | Peaceful, well planted tank with gentle water movement. |
| Compatibility: | Species tank or peaceful community tank, do not mix with fin-nippers. |
| Temperature: | 23-29oC (73-84oF) |
| Water chemistry: | Fairly soft, slightly acidic (pH 6.0-7.0) preferred. |
| Feeding: | Omnivore: will take flake, which should be supplemented with live and frozen foods. |
| Sexing: | Males have long thread-like extensions on the dorsal and anal fins. |
| Breeding: | Eggs are scattered among fine leaved plants (or spawning mops), and may take 8-12
days to hatch. |
| Comments: |
This species is hardier than its delicate appearance suggests, but it should be kept
with peaceful companions as it is not as lively and robust as many other rainbows.
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