{"product_id":"emerald-green-rainbowfish-glossolepis-wanamensis","title":"Emerald Green Rainbowfish - Glossolepis wanamensis","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"j9edr0\" data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"442\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eEmerald Green Rainbowfish – \u003cem data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eGlossolepis wanamensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"77mjg\" data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"456\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"490\"\u003eEmerald Green Rainbowfish\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and elegant rainbowfish from Lake Wanam in Papua New Guinea, with mature males developing a deep body, metallic green to olive sheen and warm golden-orange tones through the flanks and fins. Correctly known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"741\"\u003eLake Wanam Rainbowfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"769\"\u003eGlossolepis wanamensis\u003c\/strong\u003e is a peaceful but active shoaling species for a spacious planted aquarium. It is also a conservation-significant fish, so captive-bred, correctly identified stock is especially important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18rclky\" data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"998\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald Green Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lake Wanam Rainbowfish, Wanam Rainbowfish, Green Wanam Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eGlossolepis wanamensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13oemwk\" data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eGlossolepis wanamensis\u003c\/em\u003e is endemic to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eLake Wanam\u003c\/strong\u003e, a small lake near Lae in Papua New Guinea. FishBase records it as a high-altitude lake species, found at around 150 m elevation, with aquarium habitat notes including rocks, vegetation and driftwood cover. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003eLake Wanam has faced serious ecological pressure from introduced fish. ANGFA reports non-native tilapia, carp and mosquito fish in the lake and notes concern for the future of the endemic Lake Wanam Rainbowfish in the wild. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e FishBase lists the species as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003eCritically Endangered\u003c\/strong\u003e, so aquarium strains should be maintained responsibly and not hybridised with other rainbowfish. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1k4fj4a\" data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2429\"\u003eEmerald Green Rainbowfish have a deep, laterally compressed rainbowfish body, with males becoming fuller-bodied and more colourful as they mature. Adult males can show metallic green, olive, bronze, orange and golden tones depending on lighting, mood, age and strain. Females and young fish are usually slimmer and more subdued, but they are important for natural group behaviour and male display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2626\"\u003eAdults usually reach around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2470\"\u003e8–10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with some references giving males close to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003e9–10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e. Large specimens should be treated as mature or near-mature rainbowfish with active swimming needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zee6g1\" data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2652\"\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2653\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003eThis species is best suited to a mature planted community aquarium, species display or conservation-minded rainbowfish setup. It needs clean water, stable conditions and open swimming space through the middle and upper levels. Planting, wood and shaded areas around the sides help the fish feel secure, while the central area should remain open for group movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3173\"\u003eEmerald Green Rainbowfish are peaceful, but they are active feeders, so they are not ideal with very slow, timid or delicate fish that may be outcompeted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jzuw08\" data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"3204\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3205\" data-end=\"3423\"\u003eA practical minimum is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3228\" data-end=\"3254\"\u003e180 litres for a group\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a tank length of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3301\"\u003e100–120 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e recommended. Larger aquariums are preferred for large specimens, stronger male display and mixed rainbowfish communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pl4gsq\" data-start=\"3425\" data-end=\"3445\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3941\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3462\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–29°C\u003cbr data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3473\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–7.8\u003cbr data-start=\"3488\" data-end=\"3491\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3491\" data-end=\"3504\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately hard preferred\u003cbr data-start=\"3530\" data-end=\"3533\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3533\" data-end=\"3554\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide clean, well-filtered water with good oxygenation and regular partial water changes. FishBase gives aquarium conditions around pH \u003cstrong data-start=\"3692\" data-end=\"3699\"\u003e7.8\u003c\/strong\u003e, hardness \u003cstrong data-start=\"3710\" data-end=\"3719\"\u003e15 dH\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3724\" data-end=\"3732\"\u003e29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, while other aquarium references report Lake Wanam water around pH \u003cstrong data-start=\"3800\" data-end=\"3811\"\u003e7.0–7.8\u003c\/strong\u003e and approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3830\" data-end=\"3838\"\u003e28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Avoid soft acidic blackwater conditions and high organic waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3rlnm7\" data-start=\"3943\" data-end=\"3971\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3972\" data-end=\"4011\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3972\" data-end=\"3994\"\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4367\"\u003eEmerald Green Rainbowfish are peaceful shoaling fish, but their speed and feeding response can unsettle smaller or slower species. Suitable tank mates include other peaceful rainbowfish, larger tetras, danios, peaceful barbs, robust rasboras, Cory-type catfish suited to the same water, bristlenose plecs, peaceful loaches and calm medium-sized cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4369\" data-end=\"4700\"\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids, persistent fin-nippers, very timid fish and slow feeders that may struggle to compete. Keep in a group of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4502\" data-end=\"4516\"\u003eat least 6\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"4523\" data-end=\"4536\"\u003e8 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred. Fishkeeper also recommends keeping Lake Wanam Rainbowfish in groups of six or more in a spacious planted aquarium. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ah6yd9\" data-start=\"4702\" data-end=\"4713\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4714\" data-end=\"5132\"\u003eEmerald Green Rainbowfish are omnivores and easy to feed once settled. Offer quality flakes, small granules and rainbowfish pellets as the staple diet. Supplement with frozen or live foods such as daphnia, brineshrimp, cyclops, mosquito larvae and bloodworm. Include some vegetable or algae-based foods for balance. Feed measured portions, as rainbowfish are enthusiastic feeders and can outcompete quieter tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2vr35r\" data-start=\"5134\" data-end=\"5163\"\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5164\" data-end=\"5621\"\u003eThis is an active midwater to upper-level fish that spends much of the day moving in a loose group. Mature males may display to females and rival males, showing stronger body colour and raised fins. Seriously Fish describes the species as very peaceful but capable of disturbing smaller or slow-moving fish because of its size and rapid movement. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e A secure lid is recommended, as active rainbowfish may jump if startled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gyou4p\" data-start=\"5623\" data-end=\"5637\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5638\" data-end=\"6125\"\u003eKeep in a mature aquarium with excellent maintenance and low nitrate. Fishkeeper notes that this species is sensitive to organic waste build-up, making efficient filtration and frequent partial water changes important. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Do not keep singly or in pairs, and do not mix with other \u003cem data-start=\"5953\" data-end=\"5966\"\u003eGlossolepis\u003c\/em\u003e or similar rainbowfish if breeding may occur, as hybridisation can damage conservation value. Source captive-bred fish from reputable lines wherever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"iot6fl\" data-start=\"6127\" data-end=\"6146\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6147\" data-end=\"6171\"\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c7763y\" data-start=\"6173\" data-end=\"6189\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6190\" data-end=\"6269\"\u003eRare \/ Specialist rainbowfish \/ Captive-bred conservation strain when available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x39ni3\" data-start=\"6271\" data-end=\"6291\"\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6292\" data-end=\"6487\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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