{"product_id":"goyder-river-rainbowfish-melanotaenia-trifasciata-goyder-river","title":"Goyder River Rainbowfish - Melanotaenia trifasciata \"Goyder River\"","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"i9anmh\" data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"694\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eGoyder River Rainbowfish – \u003cem data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eMelanotaenia trifasciata\u003c\/em\u003e “Goyder River”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"77mjg\" data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"708\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"741\"\u003eGoyder River Rainbowfish\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most colourful and sought-after locality forms of the Banded Rainbowfish, admired for its strong body stripe, active shoaling behaviour and vivid mature male colour. This Australian strain of \u003cstrong data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eMelanotaenia trifasciata\u003c\/strong\u003e can develop intense red, orange, yellow, blue and metallic tones, especially in settled males kept with females and rival males. It is peaceful, hardy and impressive in the right aquarium, but it is also a fast, energetic fish that needs a long tank, clean water and a proper group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18rclky\" data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goyder River Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goyder River Banded Rainbowfish, Three Stripe Rainbowfish, Banded Rainbowfish, Jewel Rainbowfish, Three-striped Sunfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eMelanotaenia trifasciata\u003c\/em\u003e “Goyder River”\u003cbr data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13oemwk\" data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003eThe Goyder River form is associated with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003eGoyder River system in the Northern Territory, Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wider species, \u003cem data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003eMelanotaenia trifasciata\u003c\/em\u003e, occurs across northern Australia, where it lives mainly in small streams, creeks and waterholes. FishBase describes the species from clear to moderately turbid water, often over rocky or gravel bottoms, around aquatic vegetation, submerged logs and branches. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003eANGFA locality records include \u003cem data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eM. trifasciata\u003c\/em\u003e from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003eGoyder River\u003c\/strong\u003e, including rocky mid-reach and headwater habitats, which supports the need for clean, well-oxygenated water and open swimming space in aquarium care. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1k4fj4a\" data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2774\"\u003eGoyder River Rainbowfish have a deepening, laterally compressed body with the dark midlateral stripe typical of \u003cem data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003eM. trifasciata\u003c\/em\u003e. Mature males are the most colourful, often showing a blue to bluish body stripe with bright red, orange or yellow colour through the fins and rear body. Females and young fish are usually slimmer and less intense, but they are important for natural group behaviour and male display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2776\" data-end=\"3016\"\u003eAdults commonly reach around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2805\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003e10–12 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with some males becoming deeper-bodied and more impressive as they mature. FishBase lists \u003cem data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2935\"\u003eMelanotaenia trifasciata\u003c\/em\u003e at up to around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2952\" data-end=\"2977\"\u003e12 cm standard length\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zee6g1\" data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3042\"\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3383\"\u003eThis is an excellent fish for a larger planted community aquarium, Australian-style display or mixed rainbowfish setup. Goyder River Rainbowfish need open midwater swimming room, good 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=\"3385\" data-end=\"3521\"\u003eThey are peaceful, but they are too active for tiny aquariums, shy nano fish or very slow feeders that may be unsettled at feeding time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jzuw08\" data-start=\"3523\" data-end=\"3552\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3553\" data-end=\"3957\"\u003eA practical minimum is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3602\"\u003e240 litres for a group\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a tank length of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"3635\" data-end=\"3645\"\u003e120 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e recommended. Larger aquariums are preferred for mature males, larger shoals or mixed rainbowfish groups. Seriously Fish recommends keeping \u003cem data-start=\"3785\" data-end=\"3801\"\u003eM. trifasciata\u003c\/em\u003e in groups of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"3824\" data-end=\"3831\"\u003e6–8\u003c\/strong\u003e, preferably more, and notes that this species does best with space for active shoaling. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pl4gsq\" data-start=\"3959\" data-end=\"3979\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3980\" data-end=\"4423\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3980\" data-end=\"3996\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–28°C\u003cbr data-start=\"4004\" data-end=\"4007\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4007\" data-end=\"4014\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.8\u003cbr data-start=\"4022\" data-end=\"4025\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4025\" data-end=\"4038\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard; adaptable if stable\u003cbr data-start=\"4083\" data-end=\"4086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4086\" data-end=\"4107\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide clean, well-oxygenated water with regular partial water changes and gentle to moderate flow. FishBase gives a broad natural range of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4260\"\u003e22–30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e and pH \u003cstrong data-start=\"4268\" data-end=\"4279\"\u003e5.2–7.0\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cem data-start=\"4284\" data-end=\"4300\"\u003eM. trifasciata\u003c\/em\u003e, but captive-bred locality strains usually adapt well to stable aquarium conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3rlnm7\" data-start=\"4425\" data-end=\"4453\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4454\" data-end=\"4493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4454\" data-end=\"4476\"\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4495\" data-end=\"4782\"\u003eGoyder River Rainbowfish are peaceful but fast and confident. Suitable tank mates include other rainbowfish, larger tetras, danios, peaceful barbs, robust rasboras, Cory-type catfish, bristlenose plecs, peaceful loaches and calm medium-sized cichlids that enjoy similar water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4784\" data-end=\"5107\"\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids, persistent fin-nippers, very tiny fish and slow, delicate species that may be intimidated by their activity. Keep in a group of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4939\" data-end=\"4953\"\u003eat least 6\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"4960\" data-end=\"4973\"\u003e8 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e strongly preferred. A mixed-sex group gives the best colour, as males display more strongly when females and rival males are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ah6yd9\" data-start=\"5109\" data-end=\"5120\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5121\" data-end=\"5547\"\u003eGoyder River 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 some vegetable or algae-based foods for balance. They are quick feeders, so use measured portions and check that quieter tank mates are not outcompeted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2vr35r\" data-start=\"5549\" data-end=\"5578\"\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5579\" data-end=\"6010\"\u003eThis species spends most of its time in the middle and upper levels, moving in a loose group through open water. Mature males display with raised fins, intensified colour and short side-by-side sparring movements, especially in the morning, after water changes or when females are nearby. They are active rather than aggressive, and a well-sized group will usually show far better colour and confidence than a small number of fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gyou4p\" data-start=\"6012\" data-end=\"6026\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6027\" data-end=\"6478\"\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. Locality strains such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"6211\" data-end=\"6227\"\u003eGoyder River\u003c\/strong\u003e should not be mixed with other \u003cem data-start=\"6259\" data-end=\"6285\"\u003eMelanotaenia trifasciata\u003c\/em\u003e localities if breeding may occur, as this can lose the identity of the strain. Young fish may look modest at first, but males improve greatly with age, diet, space and correct group structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"iot6fl\" data-start=\"6480\" data-end=\"6499\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6500\" data-end=\"6524\"\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c7763y\" data-start=\"6526\" data-end=\"6542\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6543\" data-end=\"6615\"\u003eOccasional \/ Specialist rainbowfish strain \/ Captive-bred when available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x39ni3\" data-start=\"6617\" data-end=\"6637\"\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6638\" data-end=\"6833\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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