Melanotaenia Boesemani 4,5-5,5cm

Name: Melanotaenia Boesemani 4,5-5,5cm
Brand: AquaBota fish
SKU: V1457800
Price: 12.99 EUR
Availability: InStock

Reference V1457800

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Boeseman rainbow fish (Melanotaenia boesemani)

An iconic fish with brilliant blue and orange colours

The Melanotaenia boesemani is one of the most popular fish in aquarium keeping. Native to Lake Ayamaru in Papua, it displays a spectacular colour transition from violet-blue at the front to bright orange at the back. It is a robust and sociable species.

1. Behaviour & maintenance

A gregarious and lively species that should be kept in groups of at least 8 individuals. Prefers clear, well-mixed water and a planted setting with clear areas for swimming. Ideal in spacious community aquariums.

2. Water parameters

Temperature: 24-28°C
pH: 7.0-8.0
GH: 8-15 °dGH
KH: 5-10 °KH
Minimum volume: 200 L

3. Feed

Omnivorous: flakes, pellets, daphnia, artemia, poached vegetables. Find out more about our foods for tropical fish.

4. Technical specifications

Scientific name	Melanotaenia boesemani
Adult size	10-12 cm
Origin	Papua New Guinea (Lake Ayamaru)
Temperature	24-28 °C
pH	7.0-8.0
Behaviour	Active, gregarious
Living zone	Environment
Life expectancy	8-10 years

Shipping & delivery of live fish

The fish are shipped with care in suitable isothermal packaging, guaranteeing their safety during transport.

Delivery methods

France Express (secure delivery in France, Belgium and Luxembourg)
In-store collection at Sombreffe (Belgium)

Shipment organisation

Orders closed: every Monday at 10.00 a.m.
France: departures on Monday or Tuesday depending on the department, for delivery between Tuesday and Thursday.
Belgium & Luxembourg: departures on Monday and Tuesday for delivery between Tuesday and Wednesday.

categorie: Poissons tropicaux
origine: Élevés en captivité
espece: Poisson arc-en-ciel
nom latin: Melanotaenia Boesemani 4,5-5,5cm
Famille Biotope: Melanotaeniidé (Océanie)
Taille adulte: 12–14 cm
Volume minimum du bac: 250 L
Zone de vie: Milieu
Comportement: Actif
Régime alimentaire: Omnivore
Température: 25–28 °C
pH: 7.0–8.0
GH: 5–15 °dGH
KH: 3–8 °KH
Origine géographique: Indonésie (Lac Ayamaru)
Reproduction: Ovipare
Espérance de vie: 8–10 ans
Sexe: Mix
Niveau de difficulté: Intermédiaire
Compatibilité: Poissons paisibles

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DELIVERY OF LIVE ANIMALS – FRANCE EXPRESS

Delivery of live animals with France Express (mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg)

When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.
Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.

How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.
No deliveries are made on weekends.

How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.
Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.

Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.

Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.
You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.

Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.