Aquarist Species: Chilatherina alleni 'Wapoga'
Aquarist: Jloponte
Species Profile: Chilatherina alleni 'Wapoga'
Common Name: Wapoga Rainbowfish
Species Photo by: Nick Condon
Description: Smaller rainbow growing to 8cm. "Wapoga" form was collected in 2008 by Johannes Graf. It is considered a CARES species.
Category: Rainbowfish
Global Region: Southeast Asia
Distribution: Western Papua, Wapoga River
CARES Status: Vulnerable
Aquarist Notes
Photo of aquarist's species:
Genetic Line: Aquarium Strain
Year Acquired: 2025
I acquired mine from another breeder. Extremely hardy and will breed and survive in tank as parents provided enough cover is provided.
Spawning notes:
Species Spawned: Yes
Juveniles will spawn and fry will survive to some extent. Adults and large juveniles will prey on eggs and fry so best success results in collecting eggs from a mop and raising in a separate tank.
Have Reared Fry? Yes
Typical rainbow care, infusoria, golden pearls, vinegar eels
Young fish available? Yes