Threadfin/Featherfin Rainbows

[MAM]

i saw a post about these once and ahve since done some research as i think they are really lovely fish. one lfs is currently carrying them and for a fairly good price. i would like to add one or two to my collection, but first i wanted to hear from anyone who owns one what their experiences with them have been so far.............

 

[EddieW]

I've got four in my 170l (42 gal) community tank. They are great fish and cvery easy to keep.

I also had four in my tank at work but they got harrassed to death by my bully of a killiefish.

If you have the opportunity and space to get some, go far it. Try to get pairs if possible - the males have the big fin on the top but it is hard to see unless they flare.

HTH, Eddie

 

[MAM]

thanks eddie, will keep that in mind. will have to go to the lfs and stare at the tank a while, see if i can find a pair. have you found them to be pretty peaceful themselves?

 

[Gill]

MAM,

These are Great Fish to Keep. I have 4 In my Tank.
Has your LFS got all the Colors or Just Black. If he has all the Colors they come in get a mix. I keep Black,Red,Green,Yellow.
I suggest around 5/6 as they look Lovely Flaring At Each Other.