Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – small insects, flake food, micro pellets, daphnia
Aquarium species profile
Rainbow Shiner
Notropis chrosomus · North America (Alabama, USA)
Minimum tank30 gal
Adult size3"
Care levelIntermediate
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature60–72°F
pH range6.5–8.0
Compatible tank mates
Other cool-water native fish, darters, small sunfish
Tank mates to avoid
Warm tropical fish, predatory native species
Care notes
Males in breeding coloration are spectacular — rainbow of pink, purple, orange, and blue iridescence. Cool-water North American native; perfect for native biotope or unheated tank. Needs good oxygen and flow.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.