Rainbow Shiner

🌈 Rainbow Shiner – Electric-Colored Coldwater Shoaler for Nature Aquariums

Turn your tank into a living light show with the Rainbow Shiner, a North American native known for its iridescent blue, pink, and violet hues, especially during spawning season. These peaceful, fast-moving fish thrive in cooler, well-oxygenated aquariums and are ideal for aquascapes that mimic flowing streams and riffles.

Highlights:

• ✅ Spectacular Breeding Colors – Males display electric blue and magenta tones during spawning

• ✅ Coolwater Specialist – Thrives in temperatures below 72°F (22°C), perfect for unheated tanks

• ✅ Peaceful Shoaling Behavior – Best kept in groups of 6+ for natural interaction and vibrant displays

• ✅ North American Native – Found in clear streams across Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee

• ✅ Active & Agile – Constant swimmers that bring motion and energy to midwater zones