Yellowfin Shiner (Notropsis lutipinnis)
Care level: Easy
Max Size: 6cm
Temp: 10-23°C
PH: 6.5 - 7.8
Approximate purchase size: 2.5-3cm
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: Community
The Yellowfin Shiner is a North American species and distant cousin of the incredible Rainbow Shiner. It is an excellent addition to temperate communities and great for aquariums with fast flow.
The Aquarium
Notropsis lutipinnis need a reasonable sized aquarium for a small shoal to really be able to exhibit their natural active behaviour. Though this species is really not particularly fussy about anything, it is recommended that the flow is relatively strong and highly oxygenated with areas of calm water movement for resting. A planted aquarium would be ideal, with sandy substrate. Lower temperatures are required for these fish.
Behaviour
Notropsis lutipinnis is an active, shoaling species that should be kept in groups of 6 or more specimens. They get along with all tank mates, but long finned species should probably be avoided as they may prove to be too tempting. Though at first they seem quite bland in appearance, the males will colour up into spectacular shades of purplish blue on their backs and heads when they reach sexual maturity.
Feeding
Food can be offered in the form of tropical pellets, as well as fresh or frozen fish foods such as mysis, bloodworm and daphnia.
If you have any questions about keeping the Yellowfin Shiner, please contact us and a member of our friendly tropical team will be more than happy to advise you on best practice.
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