{"product_id":"pygmy-rainbow-melanotaenia-praecox","title":"Pygmy Rainbow - Melanotaenia Praecox","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69a4e5db-da6c-832e-b651-06614cf3d436-58\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-164\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"310599ed-93df-41a8-9e03-9db04450159d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"429\"\u003eThe Pygmy Rainbow is a small, brightly colored freshwater fish native to West Papua, Indonesia. Males display vibrant iridescent blue bodies with a striking red or orange stripe along the dorsal and anal fins, while females are slightly paler and more subdued. Their compact size and active, schooling behavior make them a lively and visually appealing addition to community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eThis species is \u003cstrong data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"463\"\u003eeasy to keep\u003c\/strong\u003e, hardy, and ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists. It thrives in well-planted aquariums with stable water parameters and plenty of swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"629\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"966\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"716\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"716\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"672\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons minimum (best in groups of 6+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"766\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"766\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"756\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"814\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"814\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"788\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"855\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"855\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, schooling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"966\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"966\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore — high-quality flakes, micro pellets, frozen or live foods like daphnia or brine shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"971\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003ePygmy Rainbows are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003epeaceful, active schooling fish\u003c\/strong\u003e that should be kept in groups of at least 6 for confidence and natural behavior. They coexist well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eSmall tetras, rasboras, and danios\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003eCorydoras and other peaceful bottom dwellers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003eSmall peaceful dwarf cichlids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eShrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eAvoid aggressive or much larger species that could stress them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eplanted aquarium with open swimming areas and moderate lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal. Floating plants provide security and shade, while a gentle filtration system and stable water conditions support vibrant coloration and active schooling behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1740\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1740\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eA small, active, and brilliantly colored rainbowfish—perfect for lively planted community tanks.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47951350268126,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/pygmy-rainbow-melanotaenia-praecox","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}