Madagascan Rainbowfish
Bedotia madagascarensis
Also known as: Bowfish, Madagascan Rainbow, Madagascar Rainbowfish, Red-tailed Silverside, Zona
- Bowfish
- Madagascan Rainbow
- Madagascar Rainbowfish
- Red-tailed Silverside
- Zona
Overview
Found in schools, over shallow, clear, slow flowing waters, in shaded areas, of creeks, marshes, rivers, and river basins.
Widespread Africa
Popular aquarium fish!
How to identify
- Pattern
- black stripes
- Behaviour
- schooling
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Habitat & where to find it
Found in schools, over shallow, clear, slow flowing waters, in shaded areas, of creeks, marshes, rivers, and river basins.
Adult photos 1
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