{"product_id":"kamaka-dwarf-rainbowfish-melanotaenia-kamaka","title":"Kamaka Dwarf Rainbowfish – Melanotaenia kamaka","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKamaka Dwarf Rainbowfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eMelanotaenia kamaka\u003c\/em\u003e) is a beautiful smaller rainbowfish known for its shimmering blue-silver coloration, active schooling behavior, and peaceful temperament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species originates from \u003cstrong\u003eLake Kamaka in Indonesian New Guinea\u003c\/strong\u003e and is an excellent choice for planted community aquariums where a smaller, active rainbowfish is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful blue, silver, and iridescent coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller rainbowfish species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful and active community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest maintained in groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive mid-to-upper level swimmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy when kept in clean, stable water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFish Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kamaka Dwarf Rainbowfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kamaka Rainbowfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMelanotaenia kamaka\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melanotaeniidae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lake Kamaka, Indonesian New Guinea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.5–3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to upper levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColor and Appearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamaka Rainbowfish develop an attractive metallic appearance with blue, silver, turquoise, and sometimes greenish tones across the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature males generally develop stronger coloration and a deeper body shape than females. Their colors are often most intense when kept in good water conditions, fed a varied diet, and maintained with other members of their species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Group Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamaka Rainbowfish are social fish and should be maintained in a group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend keeping \u003cstrong\u003eat least 6\u003c\/strong\u003e, with groups of 8 or more preferred when aquarium size allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA larger group encourages natural behavior, reduces stress, and can improve coloration and displaying between males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e30-gallon aquarium or larger\u003c\/strong\u003e is a practical starting point for a group of Kamaka Dwarf Rainbowfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA longer aquarium footprint is especially beneficial because rainbowfish are active swimmers and appreciate open horizontal swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Water Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 74–82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrite:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kept low through regular maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable water quality is especially important. Rainbowfish generally respond poorly to neglected aquariums or sudden changes in water chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamaka Rainbowfish look especially attractive in planted aquariums that combine vegetation with plenty of open swimming room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a fully cycled freshwater aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide reliable biological filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain good oxygenation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse gentle to moderate water movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide open horizontal swimming areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd plants around the sides and rear of the aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a secure aquarium lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform regular partial water changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamaka Rainbowfish are omnivores and should receive a varied diet for the best health and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable foods include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality tropical flakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall pellets or micro pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen daphnia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen mysis shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasional vegetable or spirulina-based foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed small portions once or twice daily and avoid overfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamaka Dwarf Rainbowfish are generally peaceful and work well in community aquariums with similarly sized, non-aggressive species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are active swimmers, so extremely shy or very slow-moving fish may be uncomfortable in a highly active rainbowfish community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Tankmates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotential tankmates include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther peaceful rainbowfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful barbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRasboras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium-sized peaceful tetras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful loaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful gouramis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther similarly sized community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid highly aggressive fish or species capable of swallowing them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMale vs. Female\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature males are generally deeper-bodied and develop stronger iridescent coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFemales tend to remain slimmer and may have more subdued silver coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSexing young fish can be difficult until they begin to mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike many rainbowfish, Kamaka Rainbowfish are egg scatterers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults may spawn among:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine-leaved plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJava moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpawning mops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense vegetation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEggs may hatch over several days, and adults may consume eggs or fry. A separate breeding or grow-out setup is recommended when maximizing fry survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlants and Aquascaping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fish are excellent for planted aquariums because they generally do not damage healthy plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood plant choices include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnubias\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJava fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCryptocoryne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVallisneria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmazon swords\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJava moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloating plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the sides and rear heavily while leaving the center or front of the aquarium open for swimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Care Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep in groups of at least six.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide plenty of open swimming room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain strong filtration and good oxygenation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep ammonia and nitrite at 0 ppm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform consistent partial water changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed a varied diet for best coloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a secure aquarium lid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever release aquarium fish into local waterways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow large do Kamaka Dwarf Rainbowfish get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are a relatively small rainbowfish, generally reaching around 2.5–3 inches in aquarium conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Kamaka Rainbowfish peaceful?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They are generally peaceful and suitable for community aquariums with compatible tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many should I keep?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep at least six, with a larger group preferred when space allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size aquarium do they need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 30-gallon aquarium or larger with good horizontal swimming space is recommended for a group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they good for planted tanks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Their blue-silver coloration contrasts beautifully with green plants, and they generally leave healthy plants alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Kamaka Rainbowfish really dwarf rainbowfish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are smaller than many commonly kept Melanotaenia species, but “Dwarf” is primarily a hobby or trade description rather than part of the official common name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do Kamaka Rainbowfish come from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe species is naturally restricted to Lake Kamaka, also called Kamakawaiar, in Indonesian New Guinea. FishBase records it as a freshwater species associated with shallow lake habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamaka Dwarf Rainbowfish are available at \u003cstrong\u003eTropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/strong\u003e in Cheyenne, Wyoming, when in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive fish are available for \u003cstrong\u003ein-store purchase or local pickup only\u003c\/strong\u003e and are not available for shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54880341852373,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/kamaka-dwarf-rainbowfish-melanotaenia-kamaka","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}