{"product_id":"wapoga-red-rainbowfish-chilatherina-alleni","title":"Wapoga Red Rainbowfish - Chilatherina Alleni","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"p1ea1o\" data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"540\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eWapoga Red Rainbowfish – \u003cem data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"531\"\u003eChilatherina alleni\u003c\/em\u003e “Wapoga”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"77mjg\" data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"554\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"585\"\u003eWapoga Red Rainbowfish\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and colourful New Guinea rainbowfish, prized for the rich red, orange, blue and bronze tones shown by mature males. This locality form of \u003cstrong data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"757\"\u003eChilatherina alleni\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lively but peaceful shoaling fish that looks superb in a planted aquarium with open swimming room. It is best kept as a group, where males can display naturally and develop their strongest colour with age, good diet and stable water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18rclky\" data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wapoga Red Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allen’s Rainbowfish, Wapoga Rainbowfish, Alleni Wapoga Rainbowfish, Red Wapoga Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eChilatherina alleni\u003c\/em\u003e “Wapoga”\u003cbr data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainbowfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13oemwk\" data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eChilatherina alleni\u003c\/em\u003e is native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eWest Papua, New Guinea\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Wapoga form is associated with the Wapoga River region, with hobby stock likely tracing back to fish collected from that area. Aquarium Glaser notes that this species was originally described from the Siriwo\/Aiborei drainage and that Wapoga stock has become established in the aquarium hobby. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003eIn nature, Wapoga-type rainbowfish occur in rainforest streams and tributaries, including lowland creeks and clearer flowing habitats with sand or gravel, leaf litter, submerged branches, log debris and streamside cover. Aquarium care should provide clean, well-oxygenated water, plants or décor around the edges and enough open water for active swimming. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1k4fj4a\" data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003eMature males are the main attraction, developing a colourful mix of red, orange, bronze, blue and turquoise depending on age, mood, lighting and strain line. The body is streamlined and slightly compressed, with a dark lateral band and colourful fins that are raised during display. Females are usually slimmer and less intensely coloured, but they are important for natural shoaling and male courtship behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2830\"\u003eAdults usually reach around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2598\"\u003e9–10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in aquarium care, with FishBase listing \u003cem data-start=\"2639\" data-end=\"2660\"\u003eChilatherina alleni\u003c\/em\u003e at up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2696\"\u003e6.6 cm standard length\u003c\/strong\u003e, excluding full tail length. Fishkeeper lists a practical aquarium maximum of around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003e10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zee6g1\" data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2856\"\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003eThis is an excellent fish for a larger planted community aquarium, New Guinea-style setup or specialist rainbowfish display. It needs open midwater swimming space, good filtration and stable water quality. Planting around the sides and back works well, but the centre of the tank should remain open so the group can move freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3369\"\u003eWapoga Red Rainbowfish are peaceful, but they are fast and active. They are not ideal for very small aquariums, shy nano fish or slow feeders that may be intimidated at feeding time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jzuw08\" data-start=\"3371\" data-end=\"3400\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3619\"\u003eA practical minimum is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3424\" data-end=\"3450\"\u003e180 litres for a group\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a tank length of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3497\"\u003e100–120 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e recommended. Larger aquariums are preferred for adult males, mixed rainbowfish communities or stronger display behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pl4gsq\" data-start=\"3621\" data-end=\"3641\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3642\" data-end=\"4066\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3642\" data-end=\"3658\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–28°C\u003cbr data-start=\"3666\" data-end=\"3669\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3669\" data-end=\"3676\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.8\u003cbr data-start=\"3684\" data-end=\"3687\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3700\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard; adaptable if stable\u003cbr data-start=\"3745\" data-end=\"3748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3748\" data-end=\"3769\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide clean, well-oxygenated water with regular partial water changes. UK trade guidance for Wapoga Red Rainbowfish gives \u003cstrong data-start=\"3894\" data-end=\"3905\"\u003e23–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, pH \u003cstrong data-start=\"3910\" data-end=\"3921\"\u003e6.8–7.8\u003c\/strong\u003e and hardness \u003cstrong data-start=\"3935\" data-end=\"3947\"\u003e5–15 dGH\u003c\/strong\u003e, while Fishkeeper lists \u003cem data-start=\"3972\" data-end=\"3993\"\u003eChilatherina alleni\u003c\/em\u003e at \u003cstrong data-start=\"3997\" data-end=\"4008\"\u003e22–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e and pH \u003cstrong data-start=\"4016\" data-end=\"4027\"\u003e6.0–8.4\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3rlnm7\" data-start=\"4068\" data-end=\"4096\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4097\" data-end=\"4136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4097\" data-end=\"4119\"\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4138\" data-end=\"4440\"\u003eWapoga Red Rainbowfish are peaceful shoaling fish, but they are active and confident. Suitable tank mates include other peaceful rainbowfish, larger tetras, danios, rasboras, peaceful barbs, Cory-type catfish, bristlenose plecs, smaller peaceful loaches and calm community cichlids in compatible water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4442\" data-end=\"4748\"\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids, persistent fin-nippers, very small timid fish and slow delicate species that may struggle to compete for food. Keep in a group of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4599\" data-end=\"4613\"\u003eat least 6\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"4620\" data-end=\"4633\"\u003e8 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred. A mixed-sex group is best, as males colour up more strongly when displaying to females and rival males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ah6yd9\" data-start=\"4750\" data-end=\"4761\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4762\" data-end=\"5183\"\u003eWapoga Red Rainbowfish are easy-feeding omnivores. Offer quality flakes, small granules and rainbowfish pellets as the staple diet. Supplement with frozen or live foods such as daphnia, brineshrimp, cyclops, mosquito larvae and bloodworm. Include some vegetable or algae-based foods for balance. They feed quickly, so measured portions are best and quieter tank mates should be watched to ensure they are not outcompeted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2vr35r\" data-start=\"5185\" data-end=\"5214\"\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5215\" data-end=\"5568\"\u003eThis species spends most of its time in the middle and upper levels, swimming in a loose group. Mature males display with raised fins and intensified colour, especially in the morning, after water changes or when females are nearby. They are active rather than aggressive, and a settled group can become a very eye-catching feature in a planted display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gyou4p\" data-start=\"5570\" data-end=\"5584\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5585\" data-end=\"6018\"\u003eKeep in a mature aquarium with stable water quality, good oxygenation and a secure lid, as rainbowfish can jump when startled. Do not keep singly or in pairs, as small numbers can become nervous and less colourful. Locality strains such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"5825\" data-end=\"5835\"\u003eWapoga\u003c\/strong\u003e should not be mixed with other \u003cem data-start=\"5867\" data-end=\"5888\"\u003eChilatherina alleni\u003c\/em\u003e lines if breeding may occur, as this can lose the strain identity. Colour improves with age, condition, diet and group structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"iot6fl\" data-start=\"6020\" data-end=\"6039\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6040\" data-end=\"6064\"\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c7763y\" data-start=\"6066\" data-end=\"6082\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6083\" data-end=\"6155\"\u003eOccasional \/ Specialist rainbowfish strain \/ Captive-bred when available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x39ni3\" data-start=\"6157\" data-end=\"6177\"\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6178\" data-end=\"6373\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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