Melanotaenia herbertaxelrodi

A yellow to olive body with a blue-black lateral band and red fins.

A yellow to olive body with a blue-black lateral band and red fins. Females are paler and less deep-bodied.

Adult length

Up to 9 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)

Water temperature

20–26 °C

pH

7.5–7.8

Natural habitat

Inhabits highland lakes and streams.