The Madagascar Rainbowfish (Bedotia madagascarensis) is a peaceful, active, schooling freshwater fish known for its shimmering scales and torpedo shape, ideal for community tanks, needing large tanks with plants, stable warm water (70-77°F), and a varied diet, but is threatened in the wild by habitat loss, making captive breeding vital. Males develop brighter colors, while females are plumper, and they thrive in groups, growing up to 6 inches, requiring ample swimming space and clean water.