{"id":12198,"date":"2026-02-17T23:10:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:10:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/sepik-rainbow-fish-glossolepis-multisquamata-5cm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T23:10:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:10:27","slug":"sepik-rainbow-fish-glossolepis-multisquamata-5cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=sepik-rainbow-fish-glossolepis-multisquamata-5cm","title":{"rendered":"Sepik Rainbow Fish Glossolepis Multisquamata 5cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"743\"><strong data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"271\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"274\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"299\">Sepik Rainbowfish<\/strong> is a rare and beautiful species prized for its <strong data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"369\">vibrant coloration<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"392\">iridescent scales<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"427\">active schooling behavior<\/strong>. Males develop brilliant shades of <strong data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"498\">red, orange, and metallic green<\/strong> as they mature, often intensifying during display or courtship. Native to Papua New Guinea, this species is ideal for aquarists seeking an <strong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"679\">uncommon and eye-catching rainbowfish<\/strong> for a well-maintained freshwater community or biotope aquarium.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"958\"><strong data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"756\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"759\" \/>Endemic to the <strong data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"825\">Sepik River system in northern Papua New Guinea<\/strong>, <em data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"854\">Glossolepis multisquamata<\/em> inhabits <strong data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"913\">slow-moving freshwater streams and backwaters<\/strong> with dense vegetation and warm, clean water.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1217\"><strong data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"972\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"975\" \/>Omnivorous and easy to feed. Provide a mix of <strong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1064\">high-quality flake or micro pellet food<\/strong>, along with <strong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1133\">frozen or live brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms<\/strong>. Occasional vegetable-based foods (like spirulina flakes) support health and color.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1510\"><strong data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1234\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1237\" \/>Peaceful and best kept in <strong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1286\">groups of 6 or more<\/strong> to encourage natural schooling and reduce stress. Great companions include other rainbowfish, Corydoras, peaceful barbs, rasboras, and livebearers. Avoid slow or long-finned tank mates due to their energetic swimming style.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1535\"><strong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1533\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1771\">\n<li data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1574\">\n<p data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1574\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1572\">75\u201382\u00b0F (24\u201328\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1594\">\n<p data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1594\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1592\">6.5\u20137.5<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1628\">\n<p data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1628\">Soft to moderately hard water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1697\">\n<p data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1697\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1664\">40 gallons<\/strong> (larger is better for schools)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1771\">\n<p data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1771\">Provide <strong data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1725\">planted areas<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1750\">open swimming space<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1771\">gentle flow<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1802\"><strong data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1800\">Behavior &amp; Personality:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1944\">\n<li data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1835\">\n<p data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1835\">Active, peaceful, and social<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1893\">\n<p data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1893\">Males display brighter colors and slight body arching<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1944\">\n<p data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1944\">Excellent for <strong data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1944\">community or biotope aquariums<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1966\"><strong data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1964\">Special Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"2200\">\n<li data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"2031\">\n<p data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2031\">Color develops fully in <strong data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2009\">mature males<\/strong> (usually 6+ months)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2110\">\n<p data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2110\">Performs best in <strong data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2083\">clean, well-oxygenated water<\/strong> with regular maintenance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2200\">\n<p data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2200\">Not commonly available\u2014<strong data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2157\">rare in the hobby<\/strong> and sought after by rainbowfish collectors<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2422\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The <strong data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2227\">Sepik Rainbowfish<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2269\">dynamic, peaceful schooling fish<\/strong> that adds shimmering beauty and natural behavior to any community tank. A must-have for enthusiasts of rare species and Papua New Guinea biotope setups.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview:The Sepik Rainbowfish is a rare and beautiful species prized for its vibrant coloration, iridescent scales, and active schooling behavior. Males develop brilliant shades of red, orange, and metallic green as they mature, often intensifying during display or courtship. 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