Graceful Rasbora (Trigonopoma gracile)

Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Graceful Rasbora

Quick facts

Scientific nameTrigonopoma gracile
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asPink-line Rasbora, Rasbora gracilis
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size2.4 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 5.0-6.5, GH 1-8 dGH

Appearance

Slim body with a dark lateral band topped by a glowing pinkish-red line that brightens in soft acidic water.

Difficulty and care for the Graceful Rasbora

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo

Keeper notes

Peaceful blackwater schooler suited to soft-water community and biotope tanks.

Log Graceful 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 Graceful Rasbora alongside everything else in your reef.