Rasbora dorsiocellata (Rasbora at Ocelle)
Description
Dorsiocellata Rasbora fish is a freshwater fish belonging to the Cyprinidae family. He is from rivers and lakes from Southeast Asia, in particular Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam.
The Dorsiocellata Rasbora is a rather small fish, measuring on average between 3 and 4 centimeters in length. Its color is generally silver gray, with a black spot in the shape of a diamond on the upper part of its dorsal fin. Its caudal fin is in the shape of a veil, which gives it a graceful and slender appearance when it swims.
The Dorsiocellata Rasbora is a gregarious fish, which means that he likes to live in a group with others of his species. It is therefore recommended to keep it in aquarium with at least six individuals to feel good.
The Dorsiocellata Rasbora is a fairly easy -to -maintain fish in aquarium, but it needs a quality environment to be healthy. It is important to maintain the water clean and well oxygenated, with a pH between 6 and 7. The dorsiocellata rasbora appreciates an aquarium planted with floating plants and submerged roots, which offer it shelters and shadow points for to hide.
Origin
- FamilyCyprinidae
- OriginMalaysia, Sumatra
Characteristics
- Adult size6 cm
- BehaviourPleasant, gregarious
- FoodOmnivorous
Water parameters
- Water typeFreshwater, hot
- Temperature22 - 30 °C
- pH6.3 - 7
- Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)60 L
Dimorphism
Abdomen more plump in the adult female.
