Slender Rasbora (Rasbora daniconius)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameRasbora daniconius
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asBlackline Rasbora, Common Rasbora, Striped Rasbora
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size4 in
Minimum tank size30 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 2-15 dGH
Appearance
Streamlined silvery body with a single straight blue-black stripe along the flank and a faint golden line above it.
Difficulty and care for the Slender Rasbora
Easy
Origin and habitat
India, Sri Lanka, and across South/Southeast Asia
Keeper notes
Peaceful but fast and fairly large; may eat the smallest shrimp or fry.
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