The longest I have ever kept rhads was about 4 years - maybe just under 5
But I have found them to do better outside in ponds if I intend to keep a
strain going.
Regards,
Bruce.
Bruce Hansen, A.N.G.F.A., Advancing Australian Aquatics.
Bruce Hansen, ANGFA, caring for our aquatic ecosystems.
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-----Original Message-----
From: Matthew Stanton <matthews at sf.nsw.gov.au>
To: 'rainbowfish at pcug.org.au' <rainbowfish at pcug.org.au>
Date: Tuesday, 9 March 1999 14:10
>Dear list,
>
>How long do Radinocentrus ornatus live in captivity?
>I have heard of other rainbows living for a reasonable time (8 years).
>I have kept individual blue-eyes for 3 years (and counting).
>I figure that Rads will be different again.
>
>Thank you
>Matthew
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