{"id":7089,"date":"2026-02-17T06:50:44","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:50:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/highlands-rainbow-fish-chilatherina-campsi-5cm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T06:50:45","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:50:45","slug":"highlands-rainbow-fish-chilatherina-campsi-5cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=highlands-rainbow-fish-chilatherina-campsi-5cm","title":{"rendered":"Highlands Rainbow Fish Chilatherina Campsi &#8211; 5cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"722\"><strong data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"259\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"262\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"291\">Highlands Rainbowfish<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"325\">rare and elegant species<\/strong> of rainbowfish found in the <strong data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"399\">high-altitude streams of Papua New Guinea<\/strong>. Known for its <strong data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"435\">sleek body shape<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"472\">subtle golden-bronze base color<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"529\">iridescent highlights of blue, green, or yellow<\/strong>, this species is perfect for hobbyists seeking a unique and naturalistic display. With proper care, mature males develop <strong data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"680\">gorgeous reflective tones<\/strong> and engage in peaceful, active schooling.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"1025\"><strong data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"735\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"738\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"772\">Papuan Highlands<\/strong> of <strong data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"809\">northeastern Papua New Guinea<\/strong>, <em data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"832\">Chilatherina campsi<\/em> is found in <strong data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"886\">cool, clear, and fast-flowing streams<\/strong> surrounded by dense vegetation and rocky substrates. Its specific range and isolated habitat make it quite <strong data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1024\">rare in the aquarium trade<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1311\"><strong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1039\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1042\" \/>Omnivorous and easy to feed. Provide a variety of <strong data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1122\">high-quality micro pellets<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1134\">flakes<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1164\">frozen or live foods<\/strong> such as <strong data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1214\">brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms<\/strong>. Supplement with <strong data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1257\">vegetable-based foods<\/strong> like spirulina flakes to support color and digestion.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1575\"><strong data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1328\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1331\" \/>Very <strong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1359\">peaceful and social<\/strong>, best kept in <strong data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1398\">schools of 6 or more<\/strong>. Compatible with other <strong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1446\">peaceful rainbowfish<\/strong>, small barbs, rasboras, danios, Corydoras, and dwarf gouramis. Avoid slow or long-finned fish if keeping in fast-flowing setups.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1600\"><strong data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1598\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1838\">\n<li data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1673\">\n<p data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1673\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1637\">70\u201376\u00b0F (21\u201324\u00b0C)<\/strong> \u2014 cooler than typical rainbowfish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1693\">\n<p data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1693\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1691\">6.5\u20137.5<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1727\">\n<p data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1727\">Soft to moderately hard water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1765\">\n<p data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1765\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1763\">30 gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1838\">\n<p data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1838\">Enjoys <strong data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1790\">gentle flow<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1815\">open swimming space<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1838\">planted areas<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1869\"><strong data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1867\">Behavior &amp; Personality:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"2031\">\n<li data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1899\">\n<p data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1899\">Peaceful midwater swimmer<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1970\">\n<p data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1970\">Males display <strong data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1968\">color shifts during courtship or social displays<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2031\">\n<p data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2031\">Active and curious\u2014thrives in clean, well-oxygenated tanks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2053\"><strong data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2051\">Special Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2324\">\n<li data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2124\">\n<p data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2124\">Cooler temperatures preferred\u2014great for <strong data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2122\">unheated indoor setups<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2198\">\n<p data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2198\">Rarely seen in stores\u2014<strong data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2196\">highly desirable for rainbowfish collectors<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2266\">\n<p data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2266\">Best color development with <strong data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2264\">good lighting and a varied diet<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2324\">\n<p data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2324\">Suitable for <strong data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2324\">biotope-style or natural planted tanks<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2603\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The <strong data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2355\">Highlands Rainbowfish<\/strong> (<em data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2378\">Chilatherina campsi<\/em>) is a <strong data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2409\">refined and rare gem<\/strong> in the hobby, perfect for aquarists looking to expand their collection with a <strong data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2530\">less common and cool-water rainbowfish<\/strong> that brings grace, beauty, and serenity to any peaceful freshwater tank.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview:The Highlands Rainbowfish is a rare and elegant species of rainbowfish found in the high-altitude streams of Papua New Guinea. Known for its sleek body shape, subtle golden-bronze base color, and iridescent highlights of blue, green, or yellow, this species is perfect for hobbyists seeking a unique and naturalistic display. 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