Dwarf rainbowfish vs Kamaka rainbowfish: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

  • The Kamaka rainbowfish grows about twice as long as the Dwarf rainbowfish; watch for bullying or predation.
  • Their temperature ranges only just meet, at 22°C (72°F).
  • A pH of 6.5–7.2 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)

Side by side

Dwarf rainbowfishKamaka rainbowfish
Adult size5 cm (2 in)14 cm (5.5 in)
Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature22–28°C (72–82°F)18–22°C (64–72°F)
pH6.5–7.56.5–7.2
Hardness8–18 dGH (143–321 ppm)–
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGoodWith caution
Care levelEasyDifficult
DietOmnivoreOmnivore