Author: Ogilby, 1915
FBname: Macculloch's rainbowfish
Comments: Inhabits lowland swamps and small streams, usually in clear, acidic waters with ample cover in the form of log debris or aquatic vegetation.  Occurs at temperatures ranging from 24-30° C (Ref. 5259).  Found in clear waters of small creeks and <i>Pandanus</i> swamps.  pH range is 5.5-7 (Ref. 44894). Commonly co-occurs with <i>Melanotaenia splendida</i> and is often found in association with other wetland fish species particularly <i>Pseudomugil gertrudae</i> and <i>Oxyeleotris nullipora</i> (Ref. 121823),