Celebes Rainbowfish (Marosatherina ladigesi)
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- Live Arrival Guarantee
- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The Celebes Rainbowfish (Marosatherina ladigesi) is a stunning freshwater fish known for its slender body, shimmering blue and yellow coloration, and long flowing fins. Celebes Rainbow Fish stands out among other rainbowfish due to its elegant shape and active schooling behavior.
The Celebes Rainbowfish originates from Sulawesi (Celebes), Indonesia, where it inhabits clear streams and coastal waters. This species is unique among rainbowfish because it can tolerate slightly brackish conditions, although it thrives well in freshwater aquariums.
A fully grown Celebes Rainbowfish typically reaches 2.5–3 inches (6–8 cm), making it a great choice for medium-sized community aquariums. Male Celebes Rainbowfish often display more vibrant colors and longer fins compared to females, especially during courtship.
The Celebes Rainbowfish is a peaceful, active schooling fish that thrives when kept in groups of 6 or more. In a proper school, they display more natural behavior and enhanced coloration. Ideal Celebes Rainbowfish tank mates include: Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras catfish, small gouramis, and other peaceful rainbowfish. Avoid aggressive fish that may nip their long fins.
At Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Celebes Rainbowfish for sale are raised with the utmost care. All Rainbowfish are tank-bred and acclimated for home aquariums, ensuring robust health and vibrant colors. Visit our fish store online or in person at aquarium in Virginia to explore our wide selection of high-quality freshwater fish. We also offer betta fish, freshwater shrimp, aquarium plants, and a variety of aquarium supplies.
What You Can Expect From This Fish
- Elegant freshwater rainbowfish species
- Metallic blue body with bright yellow fins
- Peaceful and active schooling fish
- Ideal for planted aquariums
- Unique fin structure and graceful swimming
- Suitable for community tanks
Recommended Tank Parameters
- Tank Size: Minimum 20–30 gallons
- Temperature: 74–82°F (23–28°C)
- pH: 7.0–8.0
- Hardness: 8–20 dGH
- Filtration: Moderate filtration with gentle flow
Care Guidelines
- Diet: Omnivorous. Feed high-quality flakes, micro pellets, and live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia.
- Tank Setup: Provide open swimming space with plants along the edges and gentle current.
- Behavior: Active schooling fish that prefer mid-to-top water levels.
Visit here to explore more about How to Care for Rainbowfish.
FAQs
What is the Celebes Rainbowfish lifespan?
The Celebes Rainbowfish typically lives around 3–5 years in a well-maintained aquarium. With stable water conditions, a balanced diet of high-quality flakes and live or frozen foods, and a stress-free environment, some individuals may live even longer.
How big do Celebes Rainbowfish get?
A fully grown Celebes Rainbowfish usually reaches 2.5–3 inches (6–8 cm) in length. Their relatively small size makes them ideal for community aquariums and planted tanks, especially when kept in schools where they display their best colors and natural behavior.
Are Celebes Rainbowfish aggressive?
No, Celebes Rainbowfish are peaceful freshwater fish that do very well in community aquariums. They are active schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least 6 to reduce stress and encourage natural behavior.
