KeepingFishSimple | SKU: LIVE-FISH-SKULL-CREEK-RAINBOWFISH-1PK

Skull Creek Rainbowfish - 3-5cm (Melanotaenia sp. 'Skull Creek') (Live Fish)

Name: Skull Creek Rainbowfish - 3-5cm (Melanotaenia sp. 'Skull Creek') (Live Fish)
Brand: KeepingFishSimple
SKU: LIVE-FISH-SKULL-CREEK-RAINBOWFISH-1PK
Price: 19.95 AUD
Availability: OutOfStock

$19.95 AUD

Tax included

Size, Colour & Sex

Appearance & Colour

Fish may vary from the images shown. Colour, patterns, markings and fin shapes can differ naturally between individuals and may change with age, sex, stress and environmental conditions.

Size

All sizes are approximate and provided as a guide. Individual fish may be slightly larger or smaller than advertised.

Sex Requests

Want a male or female? Leave a note at checkout and we'll do our best to accommodate your request. However, we cannot guarantee a particular sex due to availability and the difficulty of sexing some species.

For customers wanting to select specific fish, we recommend visiting us in-store.

For more information, please see our Store Policies.

Acclimation Guide

1. Prepare Your Aquarium

Make sure your aquarium is fully cycled, with 0 ammonia and 0 nitrite, and the temperature is suitable for your new fish.

2. Start Drip Acclimation

Place your fish and their transport water into a clean container. Using airline tubing, slowly drip water from your aquarium into the container at approximately 2–4 drops per second.

3. Slowly Add Aquarium Water

Over the next 30–60 minutes, allow the water volume to approximately double. This helps your fish gradually adjust to their new water conditions.

4. Transfer Your Fish

Gently net your fish into their new aquarium. Avoid adding transport water to your tank.

5. Give Them Time to Settle

Keep the aquarium lights off for a few hours and wait until the following day before feeding.

Important: Arrived with an issue?

If any fish arrive dead (DOA), keep the transport bag sealed and contact us within 24 hours with clear photos of the fish inside the unopened bag.

See our DOA Policy for more information.

Delivery & Shipping

Important: Live Fish Delivery

Please provide accurate contact details and ensure someone is available to receive your fish. This is essential for their safe arrival.

Shipping Costs

We offer discounted shipping on larger livestock orders, with FREE shipping on orders over $400!

Live Fish Shipping Rates

Under $150: $39.95

$150–$249.99: $29.95

$250–$349.99: $19.95

$350–$399.99: $9.95

$400+: FREE SHIPPING

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The Skull Creek Rainbowfish is a colorful freshwater fish with a silvery to bluish body accented by iridescent blue, green, and golden highlights. Its streamlined shape, reflective scales, and delicate fins with subtle yellow or reddish tones give it a graceful and shimmering appearance. Available in a juvenile size of approximately 3–5 cm.

Common Names: Skull Creek Rainbowfish, Skull Creek Melanotaenia
Scientific Name: Melanotaenia sp. (Skull Creek)
Approximate Size: 3–5 cm (1.2–2 inches) at the size currently available; adults can grow larger.
Temperament: Peaceful, active, and social; best kept with other small, non-aggressive fish.
Recommended Tank Size: 75 litres (20 gallons) minimum for a small group, with a larger aquarium recommended as they mature.
Diet: Omnivorous; feed quality micro pellets and flakes, supplemented with small live or frozen foods such as baby brine shrimp and daphnia.
Origin: Skull Creek, northern Australia.
Basic Care Information: Provide a well-filtered, well-oxygenated aquarium with open swimming space, plants, and stable water conditions. Keep in a group of at least six. As juveniles, they may show less developed coloration, with adult colours becoming more pronounced as they mature. The exact adult size and care preferences may vary depending on the population and its identification.