Description
Rainbow shiners come from the clear, cool streams of Alabama and Tennessee in the southern United States. Growing to around 7cm, they are a plain silver fish for much of the year that turns an extraordinary iridescent pink, blue and purple as males come into breeding condition.
Special requirements: Best kept in groups of eight or more, which is also when the colour is at its best. Unlike most of our livestock they are a temperate fish and do not want tropical temperatures; they are at their healthiest somewhere cooler, and in many homes they need no heater at all. They come from flowing water, so good current and high oxygen levels suit them.
Tank compatibility & care
Compatible tank mates
Hand-picked from the species we stock
Ordering livestock
We strive to ensure that we honour all orders placed online. However, we are a small, busy shop and tracking livestock inventory can be challenging. If we are unable to fulfil your order, we will contact you as soon as possible to discuss options so that you can decide how you would like to proceed.
If livestock are appearing out of stock on our website, it does not necessarily mean that they are not available in store. If there is something that you are looking for, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss what is possible.
If you would like to view footage of the particular fish that you are looking to purchase, please contact us and we will send footage as per your request.