Harlequin rasbora
Rasbora heteromorpha
Family : Cyprinidae
The harlequin rasbora is a small, peaceful, and colorful fish, very popular in community aquariums. It is easy to keep.
Description
Rasbora heteromorpha has a deep, laterally compressed body, pink-orange in color with a characteristic triangular black spot on the flank. It reaches up to 4 cm. It is a schooling fish that swims in groups. It is very hardy and adapts to different conditions. It reproduces by spawning on the underside of leaves.
Habitat
Region :
The harlequin rasbora lives in slow-moving streams and rivers of Southeast Asia, often in acidic blackwater. It frequents vegetated areas with a substrate of dead leaves.
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Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
Aquarium of at least 60 L for a school of 8 to 10 individuals. Acidic to neutral water (pH 6.0-7.0), soft (GH 3-8), temperature 24-28°C. A planted setup with shaded areas and moderate lighting is suitable. They are omnivorous: flakes, fine pellets, artemia. They are peaceful fish, compatible with tetras, corydoras, and other small fish. Breeding is possible with broad-leaved plants.
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