Fishing for Lake Kutubu rainbowfish

Melanotaenia lacustris

The Lake Kutubu rainbowfish is a vibrant freshwater species known for its iridescent blue-green scales. Typically reaching up to 4 inches in length and weighing around 0.1 pounds, it inhabits the clear, warm waters of Lake Kutubu in Papua New Guinea. This omnivorous fish feeds on algae, insects, and small crustaceans, displaying peaceful and schooling behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Endangered

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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