This is a terrible picture, and gives no indication of the bright coloring of these fish. Their bodies are almost clear and the flash of my camera just washed right through this one. The blue line down her side is neon blue, her eyes are a bright emerald green, and the fins have yellow highlights.

According To "SIMON & SCHUSTER'S GUIED TO FRESHWATER AND MARINE AQUARIUM FISHES" (Simon and Schuster Publishers):
SPECIES DETAILS
Size: 2¾" long
Origin: Interior of Makasar (Celebes Islands)
Sexing: Males have threadlike extensions to the rays of the second dorsal and anal fins; more brightly colored.
Food: Plenty of live food, also a little dried food.
 
AQUARIUM CONDITIONS
Water: pH 7.0 to 8.0
Temperature: 73-82°F
Compatibility: Can be kept with similar types from the same area.



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