Kamaka Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia kamaka) illustration

Kamaka Rainbowfish

Melanotaenia kamaka

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Bold orange-red and blue rainbow from the Kamaka river; rarer in the hobby.

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Care at a glance

schoolingType
4.5"Adult size
40 galMinimum tank
6+Group size
peacefulTemperament
72-79°FTemperature
7.0-8.0pH
8-18GH
Flake, pellets, frozenDiet
allSwimming zone
moderateCare level
YesPlant-safe

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