{"product_id":"kali-jakora-rainbowfish-melanotaenia-jakora","title":"Kali Jakora Rainbowfish - Melanotaenia jakora","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"15i95de\" data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"423\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eKali Jakora Rainbowfish – \u003cem data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"423\"\u003eMelanotaenia jakora\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"77mjg\" data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"469\"\u003eKali Jakora Rainbowfish\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare West Papuan rainbowfish with a subtle but beautiful sparkle, showing blue-white scale highlights, soft grey to pinkish body tones and delicate colour through the fins. Formerly known in the hobby as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eSparkle Rainbowfish\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eMelanotaenia sp. “Kali Jakora”\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"769\"\u003eMelanotaenia jakora\u003c\/strong\u003e is a smaller, peaceful shoaling species for aquarists who appreciate natural-looking rainbowfish. It is best kept in a mature planted aquarium with clean water, a proper group and calm tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18rclky\" data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kali Jakora Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sparkle Rainbowfish, Jakora Rainbowfish, Kali Jakora Dwarf Rainbowfish, \u003cem data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eMelanotaenia\u003c\/em\u003e sp. “Kali Jakora”\u003cbr data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003eMelanotaenia jakora\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13oemwk\" data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eMelanotaenia jakora\u003c\/em\u003e is native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003ewestern New Guinea\u003c\/strong\u003e, in Papua Barat Province, Indonesia. FishBase records it from a small rainforest creek crossing the road from Meyado to the village of Jakora, where the water was dark with tannins and the substrate was muddy, with little or no submerged aquatic vegetation. Recorded habitat measurements included \u003cstrong data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003e26.4°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, pH \u003cstrong data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e6.4\u003c\/strong\u003e, very low conductivity and hardness below measurable levels. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003eIn the aquarium, this means the Kali Jakora Rainbowfish is best treated as a clean-water, soft-water rainforest species rather than a hard-water rainbowfish from open lakes or limestone streams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1k4fj4a\" data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003eKali Jakora Rainbowfish have a slender to moderately deep body with a reflective, sparkling sheen that gives the fish its older “Sparkle Rainbowfish” name. Males may show blue-white highlights, soft pink or peach tones and delicate fin colour, especially when displaying. Females are usually more understated but are important for natural group behaviour and male colour development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2379\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003eAdults are usually around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2405\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003e5–7 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them smaller than Boesemani, Wapoga or Three Stripe Rainbowfish, but still active enough to need proper swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zee6g1\" data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2944\"\u003eThis species suits mature planted aquariums, peaceful rainbowfish displays and soft-water community setups. It looks best with darker substrate, plants, wood, botanicals and shaded areas, while still leaving open midwater swimming space. It is not suitable for tiny nano aquariums, aggressive communities, very hard alkaline water or rough setups with boisterous tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"3104\"\u003eLarge sale-size fish should be moved into a stable aquarium with enough room for group swimming rather than being treated as a small temporary community fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jzuw08\" data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3135\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3136\" data-end=\"3415\"\u003eA practical minimum is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003e120 litres for a group\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3214\"\u003e150 litres or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred for a larger shoal and better male display behaviour. A tank length of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3314\"\u003e90 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended, as rainbowfish are active midwater swimmers even when they are not especially large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pl4gsq\" data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3437\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3969\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3454\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–27°C\u003cbr data-start=\"3462\" data-end=\"3465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3465\" data-end=\"3472\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.2\u003cbr data-start=\"3480\" data-end=\"3483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3496\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard; soft, stable water preferred\u003cbr data-start=\"3550\" data-end=\"3553\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3553\" data-end=\"3574\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide clean, well-filtered water with good oxygenation and regular partial water changes. This species comes from tannin-stained, very low-mineral water, but captive-maintained stock may adapt to near-neutral conditions if acclimated gradually. Trade notes describe it as thriving in soft acidic conditions but often acclimated to neutral aquarium water. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3rlnm7\" data-start=\"3971\" data-end=\"3999\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4039\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4022\"\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4041\" data-end=\"4338\"\u003eKali Jakora Rainbowfish are peaceful, active shoaling fish. Suitable tank mates include small to medium rainbowfish, peaceful rasboras, pencilfish, small tetras, danios, Otocinclus, Cory-type catfish suited to similar water, small peaceful plecs and calm dwarf cichlids in carefully chosen setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4340\" data-end=\"4683\"\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids, persistent fin-nippers, large predators, very boisterous barbs and slow delicate fish that may be outcompeted at feeding time. Keep in a group of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4513\" data-end=\"4527\"\u003eat least 6\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"4534\" data-end=\"4550\"\u003e8–10 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred. A mixed-sex group gives the best display, as males colour up most strongly when interacting with females and rival males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ah6yd9\" data-start=\"4685\" data-end=\"4696\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4697\" data-end=\"5137\"\u003eKali Jakora Rainbowfish are omnivores and usually feed readily once settled. Offer quality fine flakes, small granules and small rainbowfish pellets as the staple diet. Supplement with frozen or live foods such as daphnia, cyclops, brineshrimp, mosquito larvae and small bloodworm. Include some vegetable or algae-based foods for balance. Feed measured portions, as rainbowfish are fast feeders and can easily outcompete quieter tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2vr35r\" data-start=\"5139\" data-end=\"5168\"\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5169\" data-end=\"5548\"\u003eThis species spends most of its time in the middle and upper levels, moving in a loose group. Males may display with raised fins, brightened scale highlights and quick side-by-side movements, especially in the morning or after water changes. They are lively rather than aggressive, and a settled group will show far better colour and confidence than fish kept singly or in pairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gyou4p\" data-start=\"5550\" data-end=\"5564\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5565\" data-end=\"6057\"\u003eKeep in a mature aquarium with stable water quality, low nitrate and a secure lid, as rainbowfish can jump when startled. Do not keep singly or in very small numbers. Avoid sudden changes from soft acidic water to hard alkaline conditions. Locality fish such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"5827\" data-end=\"5842\"\u003eKali Jakora\u003c\/strong\u003e should not be mixed with similar \u003cem data-start=\"5876\" data-end=\"5890\"\u003eMelanotaenia\u003c\/em\u003e if breeding may occur, as this can lose the identity of this rare strain. Colour is often subtle at first but improves with age, diet, group structure and low stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"iot6fl\" data-start=\"6059\" data-end=\"6078\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6079\" data-end=\"6091\"\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c7763y\" data-start=\"6093\" data-end=\"6109\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6110\" data-end=\"6176\"\u003eRare \/ Specialist rainbowfish strain \/ Captive-bred when available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x39ni3\" data-start=\"6178\" data-end=\"6198\"\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6199\" data-end=\"6394\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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