Dwarf Spotted Rasbora
Dwarf Spotted Rasbora

Dwarf Spotted Rasbora

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Size

The Dwarf Spotted Rasbora is a tiny, peaceful nano fish admired for its delicate red-orange body and distinctive dark spotting. Native to Southeast Asia, this species is ideal for small planted aquariums, nano tanks, and aquascapes where subtle movement and colour are desired.

Due to their small size and calm nature, Dwarf Spotted Rasboras thrive best in groups and in quiet, well-maintained aquariums. When kept in proper schools, they display confident behaviour and enhanced coloration.

Physical Characteristics:

  • Adult Size: 2–2.5 cm

  • Body Shape: Slender and compact

  • Colouration: Red to orange body with dark lateral spots

  • Sexual Dimorphism: Females slightly rounder when mature

  • Lifespan: 3–5 years

Behaviour & Temperament:

  • Temperament: Very peaceful

  • Swimming Level: Mid-water

  • Social Behaviour: Schooling species

  • Recommended Group Size: 8 or more

Dwarf Spotted Rasboras are shy when kept in low numbers but become active and confident in larger schools.

Aquarium Requirements:

  • Minimum Tank Size: 20 litres

  • Water Temperature: 22–28°C

  • pH Range: 5.0–7.0

  • Water Hardness: 1–8 dGH

  • Water Flow: Gentle

  • Substrate: Fine sand

  • Aquascape: Dense plants, driftwood, shaded areas

  • Lighting: Low to moderate

Feeding:

Dwarf Spotted Rasboras are micro-predators and require suitably small foods:

  • Micro pellets or powder food

  • Finely crushed flakes

  • Frozen foods (cyclops, baby brine shrimp, daphnia)

  • Live foods (microworms, baby brine shrimp)

Feed small amounts once or twice daily.

Compatibility:

Suitable Tank Mates:

  • Other Boraras species

  • Small rasboras

  • Ember tetras

  • Pygmy Corydoras

  • Peaceful shrimp

Avoid Housing With:

  • Large or aggressive fish

  • Fast, boisterous species

  • Fish that may view them as food

Breeding:

  • Spawning Type: Egg scatterer

  • Breeding Difficulty: Moderate

  • Breeding Notes:

    • Spawns among fine-leaved plants

    • Adults may eat eggs

    • Separate breeding tank improves success

Special Considerations:

  • Extremely small size requires careful tank mate selection

  • Sensitive to sudden water changes

  • Best suited to planted or blackwater aquariums

  • Excellent choice for nano and shrimp-safe setups




*Product Photo is for reference only. Exact fish may vary in size and colour

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