🌈 Kali Jakora Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia sp. “Kali Jakora”) – Rare High-Contrast Papua Rainbow
The Kali Jakora Rainbowfish is a rare and eye-catching freshwater species admired for its deep metallic blue body accented with fiery red-orange striping and fins. Native to Papua, Indonesia, this vibrant rainbowfish delivers constant motion, bold color, and elegance to planted and community aquariums. 🌿🐠
Kali Jakora Rainbowfish are active, peaceful schooling fish that display their most intense coloration when kept in groups in spacious, well-maintained aquariums. Males develop richer colors and stronger contrast during courtship and social displays, creating a stunning visual experience under proper lighting and premium nutrition. ✨
📸 Representative photo – the actual fish you receive may vary slightly in size and coloration, as each specimen develops its own unique pattern and intensity.
Quick Facts:
- Scientific Name: Melanotaenia sp. “Kali Jakora”
- Common Name: Kali Jakora Rainbowfish
- Origin: Papua, Indonesia
- Adult Size: 4–5 inches
- Temperament: Peaceful, active, schooling fish
- Tank Size: 40+ gallons (recommended for schools)
- Diet: Omnivorous – premium flakes, micro pellets, frozen/live foods (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms)
- Water Parameters: 74–80°F | pH 6.5–7.8 | Moderate hardness
Shipping Information 📦
- We use the safest, fastest, and most economical shipping methods to ensure healthy live arrival. 🚚
- Orders are shipped on Mondays and Wednesdays to reduce weekend transit risks.
- Heat or Cold Packs are included as necessary – please provide your local temperatures in the checkout notes. ❄️🔥
DOA Guarantee (Dead on Arrival) ✅
- Photos Required: Send clear photos of the fish in its sealed bag within 2 hours of delivery, then another photo on a paper towel. 📸
- Refund Policy: Full refund or store credit applies if the entire order is DOA. Shipping is non-refundable.
Out of Stock? No Problem! 🐟
- Choose a Replacement Fish from our Rainbowfish or Community Fish collection.
- Wait Until Restocked – we’ll notify you once available again.
- Request a Full Refund – quick, simple, and transparent. 💯
Add the stunning Kali Jakora Rainbowfish to your aquarium and enjoy one of Papua’s most vibrant and dynamic rainbow species. Shop confidently with Source Aquatics – your trusted source for rare and premium freshwater fish. 🌈🐠