Maculata Rasbora
$7.00
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Maculata Rasbora
$7.00
Dwarf Rasbora (Boraras maculatus)
One of the smallest rasboras available, the Dwarf Rasbora (also known as the Maculata) is a tiny, jewel-like fish with a deep red body and a distinctive black spot. Best appreciated in a heavily planted nano tank, a school of these micro-fish is a quietly stunning sight.
Care at a Glance:
- Minimum Tank Size: 30L with plants, leaf litter, and gentle flow
- Temperature: 24–28°C
- pH Range: 5.0–7.0
- Water Hardness: Very soft to soft
- Temperament: Peaceful, schooling, can be shy
- Diet: Micro-pellets, crushed flakes, frozen daphnia, baby brine shrimp
- Max Size: 2–2.5cm
- Lifespan: 3–5 years
- Care Level: Easy to moderate (needs soft, acidic water)
Tank Mates: Peaceful small community fish such as other boraras, small rasboras, and shrimp; best in a species nano setup; keep in groups of 8+.
Origin: Southeast Asia — blackwater streams (Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore)