Dwarf Spotted Rasbora (Boraras maculatus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameBoraras maculatus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asPygmy Rasbora, Spotted Rasbora
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size0.9 in
Minimum tank size5 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 5.0-7.0, GH 1-8 dGH
Appearance
Tiny red-orange body marked with bold black spots on the flank and tail base.
Difficulty and care for the Dwarf Spotted Rasbora
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo
Keeper notes
Completely peaceful; too tiny for most tankmates. Great in shrimp tanks.
Log Dwarf Spotted Rasbora in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Dwarf Spotted Rasbora alongside everything else in your reef.
