{"product_id":"aves-creek-rainbowfish-melanotaenia-boesemani-aves-creek","title":"Aves Creek Rainbowfish - Melanotaenia boesemani \"Aves Creek\"","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"wv1x8p\" data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"458\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eAves Creek Rainbowfish – \u003cem data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"445\"\u003eMelanotaenia boesemani\u003c\/em\u003e “Aves Creek”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"77mjg\" data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"472\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"503\"\u003eAves Creek Rainbowfish\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking locality strain of Boeseman’s Rainbowfish, prized for rich red-orange colouration in mature males and the classic two-tone body pattern that makes \u003cstrong data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eMelanotaenia boesemani\u003c\/strong\u003e so recognisable. Compared with many standard Boesemani lines, the Aves Creek form is often described as showing stronger red tones, particularly in well-conditioned adult males. This is a peaceful but very active shoaling fish for a spacious, mature aquarium with clean water, open swimming space and a proper group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18rclky\" data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aves Creek Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aves Creek Boesemani, Red Boesemani Rainbowfish, Boeseman’s Rainbowfish, Bicolour Rainbowfish, Boesemani Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eMelanotaenia boesemani\u003c\/em\u003e “Aves Creek”\u003cbr data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13oemwk\" data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003eThe Aves Creek form is a locality strain linked with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003eLake Ajamaru \/ Ayamaru drainage region\u003c\/strong\u003e of West Papua, Indonesia. Trade notes describe Aves Creek as a headwater of Lake Ayamaru, while FishBase lists \u003cem data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003eMelanotaenia boesemani\u003c\/em\u003e from the Ajamaru Lakes region of the Vogelkop Peninsula, with additional occurrence in Lake Aitinjo. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003eWild Boesemani Rainbowfish inhabit lakes, tributaries and vegetated freshwater habitats with clear water, open swimming areas and marginal cover. In the aquarium, this translates to a setup with good oxygenation, stable mineral-rich water, plants around the edges and plenty of open midwater swimming room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1k4fj4a\" data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eAves Creek Boesemani males develop a bold bicolour pattern, usually with a darker blue, grey-blue or purplish front half and a vivid orange-red to red rear half. This strain is noted in the trade for more intense red colour than many common Boesemani lines, while some descriptions mention a softer gradient between the blue and orange rather than heavy checkering. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2801\"\u003eFemales and young fish are usually slimmer and less intensely coloured, but they are important for natural group behaviour and male display. Adults can reach around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003e10–15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with males becoming deeper-bodied as they mature. Large specimens should be treated as adult or near-adult rainbowfish with active swimming needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zee6g1\" data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2827\"\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"3168\"\u003eThis is an excellent choice for a larger planted community aquarium, New Guinea rainbowfish display or mixed rainbowfish setup. Aves Creek Rainbowfish need open swimming space, strong filtration and stable water quality. Planting around the sides and back works well, but the centre of the tank should remain open for active group movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3319\"\u003eThey are too active for small aquariums and are not ideal with very shy, slow or delicate tank mates that may be unsettled by fast feeding behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jzuw08\" data-start=\"3321\" data-end=\"3350\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3712\"\u003eA practical minimum is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3374\" data-end=\"3400\"\u003e240 litres for a group\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a tank length of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"3433\" data-end=\"3443\"\u003e120 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e recommended. Larger aquariums are preferred for large specimens, adult males and mixed rainbowfish groups. General rainbowfish guidance also stresses that most \u003cem data-start=\"3604\" data-end=\"3618\"\u003eMelanotaenia\u003c\/em\u003e species need larger aquariums with open swimming space. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pl4gsq\" data-start=\"3714\" data-end=\"3734\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3735\" data-end=\"4197\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3735\" data-end=\"3751\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003cbr data-start=\"3759\" data-end=\"3762\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3762\" data-end=\"3769\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.0\u003cbr data-start=\"3777\" data-end=\"3780\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3780\" data-end=\"3793\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately hard to hard preferred\u003cbr data-start=\"3827\" data-end=\"3830\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3830\" data-end=\"3851\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide clean, well-filtered and well-oxygenated water with regular partial water changes. Boesemani Rainbowfish come from naturally mineral-rich waters, and specialist references describe their native lakes as hard and alkaline, although captive fish can adapt to a sensible range if conditions are stable. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3rlnm7\" data-start=\"4199\" data-end=\"4227\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4228\" data-end=\"4267\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4228\" data-end=\"4250\"\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4269\" data-end=\"4545\"\u003eAves Creek Rainbowfish are peaceful, active shoaling fish. Suitable tank mates include other rainbowfish, larger tetras, danios, peaceful barbs, robust rasboras, Cory-type catfish that tolerate similar water, bristlenose plecs, peaceful loaches and calm medium-sized cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4547\" data-end=\"4855\"\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids, persistent fin-nippers, very tiny fish and slow timid species that may be intimidated at feeding time. Keep in a group of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4696\" data-end=\"4710\"\u003eat least 6\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"4717\" data-end=\"4730\"\u003e8 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred. A mixed-sex group is best, as males colour up and display more strongly when females and rival males are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ah6yd9\" data-start=\"4857\" data-end=\"4868\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4869\" data-end=\"5293\"\u003eAves Creek Rainbowfish are easy-feeding omnivores. Offer quality flakes, small floating or slow-sinking granules and rainbowfish pellets as the staple diet. Supplement with frozen or live foods such as daphnia, brineshrimp, cyclops, mosquito larvae and bloodworm. Include vegetable or algae-based foods for balance. They are fast, eager feeders, so use measured portions and make sure quieter tank mates are not outcompeted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2vr35r\" data-start=\"5295\" data-end=\"5324\"\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5325\" data-end=\"5697\"\u003eThis species spends most of its time in the middle and upper levels, moving in a loose group. Mature males display with raised fins, stronger colour and side-by-side sparring movements, especially in the morning or after water changes. They are lively rather than aggressive, and a well-sized group will usually be more confident and colourful than a small number of fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gyou4p\" data-start=\"5699\" data-end=\"5713\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5714\" data-end=\"6167\"\u003eKeep in a mature aquarium with stable water quality, good oxygenation and a secure lid, as rainbowfish can jump when startled. Do not keep singly or in pairs. Large specimens need proper swimming room from the start. Locality strains such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"5956\" data-end=\"5970\"\u003eAves Creek\u003c\/strong\u003e should not be mixed with other \u003cem data-start=\"6002\" data-end=\"6016\"\u003eM. boesemani\u003c\/em\u003e lines if breeding may occur, as this can lose the strain identity. Colour is influenced by age, sex, diet, lighting, group structure and stress level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"iot6fl\" data-start=\"6169\" data-end=\"6188\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6189\" data-end=\"6213\"\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c7763y\" data-start=\"6215\" data-end=\"6231\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6232\" data-end=\"6304\"\u003eOccasional \/ Specialist rainbowfish strain \/ Captive-bred when available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x39ni3\" data-start=\"6306\" data-end=\"6326\"\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6327\" data-end=\"6522\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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