Red Rasbora Hengeli
$10.00
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Red Rasbora Hengeli
$10.00
Hengeli's Rasbora (Trigonostigma hengeli)
A small, delicate rasbora with a silvery body and a vivid orange-red wedge marking on its rear, Hengeli's Rasbora is closely related to the Harlequin but more subtly coloured. Peaceful and best in groups, it's a beautiful addition to a planted nano or community tank.
Care at a Glance:
- Minimum Tank Size: 55L with plants and gentle flow
- Temperature: 24–28°C
- pH Range: 6.0–7.0
- Water Hardness: Soft to moderate
- Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
- Diet: Micro-pellets, flakes, frozen daphnia and brine shrimp
- Max Size: 3–4cm
- Lifespan: 3–5 years
- Care Level: Easy
Tank Mates: Peaceful small community fish such as other rasboras, tetras, corydoras, and shrimp; keep in groups of 8+.
Origin: Southeast Asia — forest streams (Indonesia, Sumatra, Borneo)