Chilatherina Spec.Upper Tor Rainbowfish fish but this activity only occurs

but this activity only occurs in sexually mature specimens that are of at least 2 years of age

Cleaner water

and occasional protein foods helps maintain its health and brilliant coloration

with this variation gaining popularity in recent years due to its high contrast against lush green vegetation in planted tank arrangements

adult males showcase a brilliant iridescent spotted pattern during breeding

Chilatherina Spec.Upper Tor Rainbowfish fish but this activity only occursChilatherina sp Upper Tor provides a flurry of activity throughout the day. Showing pale yellow orange at rest, firing up to a glowing white gold when displaying, and down to a charcoal black with a golden headstripe when sparring. In the wild these fish attain sizes upwards of 6, in the home aquarium they tend to max out around 4 4. 5 inches even after years in captivity. photo by Ryan Lee