Dwarf Rasbora Care Guide
Boraras maculatus
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Bioload Score
760
PeacefulModerate
- Max Size
- 2.5 cm / 1"
- Temperature
- 20–28°C (68–82°F)
- pH Range
- 4 – 7
- Min Tank Size
- 20L (5 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 8 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
An omnivore that eats tiny zooplankton, small crustaceans, insect larvae and plant matter.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include other tiny peaceful rasboras, small tetras, pygmy Corydoras, Otocinclus, dwarf shrimp and peaceful snails.
Good to Know
Boraras maculatus is a tiny Southeast Asian rasbora named maculatus, meaning spotted, in reference to its distinctive dark body markings.
Gender Differences
Females are generally rounder and fuller-bodied, while males are slimmer and often show stronger red or orange coloration.
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