Quick tropical aquarium fish statistics and photos for the Kamaka Rainbowfish, Melanotaenia kamaka

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Kamaka Rainbowfish

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.