Can Boesemani Rainbowfish Live With Skunk Cleaner Shrimp?
Incompatible pH. Boesemani Rainbowfish needs 7.0–8.0, Skunk Cleaner Shrimp needs 8.1–8.4.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Boesemani Rainbowfish | Skunk Cleaner Shrimp | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 77–86°F | 75–82°F | 77–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8 | 8.1–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 4.5" | 3" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 30 gal | 20 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Boesemani Rainbowfish
Melanotaenia boesemani
Boesemani rainbowfish are among the most colorful freshwater fish available. Males display a stunning gradient from steel blue on the front half to bright orange-gold on the back half. They are active, hardy schooling fish that reach a respectable 4–5 inches and look absolutely spectacular in schools of 8+ under good lighting.
Full care guide →Skunk Cleaner Shrimp
Lysmata amboinensis
Skunk cleaner shrimp are one of the most useful invertebrates in reef tanks. They operate a 'cleaning station' where fish line up to have parasites, dead skin, and debris removed from their bodies and gills. This natural cleaning service helps keep fish healthy and disease-free. They are also strikingly beautiful with their red-and-white striped body and long white antennae.
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