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At Source Aquatics, we prioritize the safe transport of your Deep Water Creek Rainbows. Here are our shipping guidelines:

• 📦 Shipments are conducted on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays via FEDEX & UPS.
• 🕒 DOA Guarantee is applicable to next-day shipping, refunds less shipping costs.
• 🌡️ Temperature-appropriate packaging is used based on destination climate (local temperature info is helpful).
• 📆 We strive to avoid weekend shipping to minimize potential delays, depending on destination.

Your satisfaction and the health of the fish are our top priorities:

• 💸 Prompt refunds for DOA cases, less shipping costs.
• 🔄 Replacements where feasible.
• 🚚 Orders may take 2-3 business days to prepare for optimum quality.
• 💯 Full refunds for orders we cannot fulfill due to stock issues.

The Deep Water Creek Rainbow (Melanotaenia splendida) is a vibrant freshwater fish known for its stunning coloration and active behavior. This species adds a touch of beauty and energy to any aquarium, making it a favorite among aquarists.

• Brilliant and varied coloration
• Hardy and adaptable to various water conditions
• Peaceful and social, great for community tanks
• Active swimmers, adding life and motion to the aquarium

• Temperature: 72° – 82° F (22° – 28° C)
• pH: 6.5 – 7.5
• Hardness: 8-15 dGH
• Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons

• Diet: Omnivorous; feed with a variety of high-quality flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods
• Social Behavior: Peaceful and social, best kept in schools
• Origin: Native to freshwater habitats in Northern Australia
• Average Adult Size: 4 – 5 inches (10 – 12 cm)

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