Elegant Rasbora

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Scientific Name

Rasbora elegans

Min. Tank Size

50-55 gallons

Personality

Peaceful

Temperature

72-77°F

pH

5.0-7.5/2-12°dGH

Size

8"

Diet

Omnivore

Breeding

Egglayer

Compatibility

Cyprinids, Catfish, Characins, Loaches and Cichlids.

Elegant Rasbora

A member of the family Cyprinidae, the Elegant Rasbora is native to Singapore and Malaysia as well as the Greater Sunda Islands of Borneo and Sumatra. These fish are naturally found in both swiftly-flowing streams and slow-moving blackwater swamps. Elegant Rasboras are not common in the aquarium hobby and can be difficult to find in stores. They can be distinguished from other Rasboras by the two spot-like markings on their flanks which replace the dark stripe most Rasboras exhibit along the lateral line.

Tank Set-Up

In the home aquarium, Elegant Rasboras are best kept in tanks designed to resemble a flowing river, decorated with large rocks and gravel but they may also thrive in a swamp tank outfitted with dim lighting, driftwood and peat mixed into the substrate. Like most Rasboras, the Elegant Rasbora is a peaceful species, making it an ideal resident for larger community tanks. Elegant Rasboras are best kept in groups of six or more and prefer densely planted tanks.

Feeding

These fish feed primarily on invertebrates in the wild but will likely accept a variety of foods in the home aquarium. Offer these fish a staple diet of high-quality dried flakes or granules in addition to supplementary meals of live and frozen foods such as Daphnia, Artemia and bloodworms. Feed a diet consisting of a variety of foods on a regular basis to promote the best health and coloration.

Breeding

Elegant Rasboras are egg scatterers, likely to breed in densely-planted tanks that provide plenty of places to lay eggs. The breeding tank should be kept at a neutral or slightly acidic pH and the temperature should be maintained between 75 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. These fish should be removed from the tank following spawning because they are likely to eat their own eggs and fry.