Mayland's rainbowfish
Melanotaenia maylandi
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Freshwater
Longitud Máxima
9,0 cm
Familia
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 9,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Orden | Atheriniformes (Silversides) |
| Familia | Melanotaeniidae (Rainbowfishes) |
| Especies | Melanotaenia maylandi |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Mayland's rainbowfish get?
Mayland's rainbowfish can grow up to 9.0 cm long.
What family does Mayland's rainbowfish belong to?
Mayland's rainbowfish (Melanotaenia maylandi) belongs to the family Melanotaeniidae (Rainbowfishes) in the order Atheriniformes (Silversides).
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