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Rasbora fish belong to the genus of the same name of the Karpov family. Widely distributed in Asia, several species are also found on the African continent. In the aquarium trade, the most popular representatives are from Southeast Asia.

Description

This group of fish is quite modest in size (up to 10 cm) and among them there are a large number of real dwarfs – up to 2-x centimeters in length. Despite the species diversity, they have a similar body shape, and red and silver colors dominate in color. Sexual dimorphism is weakly expressed. External differences between males and females are insignificant.

Behavior

Rasboras are gregarious and peaceful species. However, nothing else can be expected from such miniature creatures. It is recommended to keep at least 8 individuals in a group, in this case, the more the better. Given their small size, the choice of neighbors should be treated with great attention. Good compatibility is achieved with other non-aggressive species of comparable size. Whereas any sufficiently large or overly active fish will pose a threat.

Content

Many generations of these fish are kept in an artificial environment and during this time have successfully adapted to life in aquariums. May be kept in small tanks, so-called nano aquariums with a volume of only 20-30 liters. The format doesn’t really matter. For example, in pet stores, when they are sold, they are practically empty containers without any decor and this does not bother them in any way. However, in a home aquarium it is recommended to use dense thickets of aquatic plants, as in natural reservoirs. In addition, the vegetation cover will be a good shelter, if suddenly fish neighbors frightened away by little Rasbor. This can often happen during spawning periods.

Not demanding on the conditions of detention. It is quite enough to regularly maintain the aquarium (cleaning, changing part of the water, preventive maintenance of equipment) and supply quality food of a suitable size. Capable of accepting exclusively dry foods such as flakes or granules.

Breeding

In favorable conditions, the fish will give offspring quite often. However, in a community aquarium environment, juveniles rarely grow to adulthood. The thing is that Rasbor lacks parental instincts. Immediately after the end of spawning, they eat eggs and fry that have appeared, and those that can survive will begin to experience a lack of food. To preserve the eggs, a separate spawning aquarium is usually used, where the juveniles are completely safe. But the problem of providing suitable products remains – microscopic powdered food is required, purchased separately.