Blue-Edge Bitterling (Rhodeus shitaiensis) — Rare Yangtze Stream Gem Banded Rainbowfish but requires clean

but requires clean

to the Pearl (Zhu Jiang) drainage in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

Characterized by its shimmering golden lateral stripes and subtle body coloration

Hardness: 8–12 dKH

Tank Size: Minimum of 10 gallons for a small group

Blue-Edge Bitterling (Rhodeus shitaiensis) — Rare Yangtze Stream Gem Banded Rainbowfish but requires cleanThe Blue Edge Bitterling is a rare bit of natural elegance from the Qiupu River, Anhui Provincean exquisite variant of Rhodeus shitaiensis distinguished by shimmering blue edges along its dorsal and anal fins. Males reveal a flash of orange red on their belly and tail base, creating a serene contrast with the cool fin highlights. Features & Key Traits: Size: Compact, typically up to ~6. 2 cm SL Habitat: Endemic to the clear, subtropical streams of