Kamaka Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia kamaka)

Fish in the family Melanotaeniidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameMelanotaenia kamaka

FamilyMelanotaeniidae

Also known asLake Kamaka Rainbowfish

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful (active)

DietOmnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size50 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-79°F, pH 7.5-8.5, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Bluish to silver body with a dark midlateral band; dominant males develop blue-green sheen over the back and reddish fin margins.

Difficulty and care for the Kamaka Rainbowfish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Indonesia (Lake Kamaka, West Papua)

Keeper notes

Peaceful schooler from a small endemic lake; prefers hard alkaline water and is less widely traded, so a touch more demanding to source and condition.

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