| Family: | Melanotaeniidae |
| Species: |
Melanotaenia kamaka |
| Common Name: |
Kamaka Rainbowfish |
| Size: | Up to 5.5″ (14cm) |
| Habitat: | Australia: Northern Territory and Queensland. |
| Min Tank Size: | At least a 55 gallon for a school. |
| Diet: | Omnivorous. Loves live blackworms, insects, frozen foods and flakes. Needs good source of edible vegetation as well. |
| Behavior: | Peaceful, schooling species. |
| Water: | Temperature 64°F to 72°F (18°-22° C), pH 6.5-7.2 no special requirements |
| Care: | Difficult to keep. |
| Communities: | Like most rainbows, caution with fish that have longer fins- they tend to nip. |
| Suitability: | Must do research beforehand. |
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