Melanotaenia australis

Males usually have a higher back and longer fins. Locality forms differ markedly in colour.

Males usually have a higher back and longer fins. Locality forms differ markedly in colour; note the origin when buying.

Adult length

About 8 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)

Water temperature

22–28 °C

pH

6.5–8

Natural habitat

Occupies rivers, creeks, swamps, lakes and reservoirs, often gathering in rocky pools or along vegetated margins with submerged wood.