Striped Rasbora (Rasbora dandia)

Family: Cyprinidae

Striped Rasbora — a Cyprinidae freshwater fish. Reaches 7.4–10.9 cm; keep at 22–26 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
22–26 °C
pH
6.2–7
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
7.4–10.9 cm
Minimum tank
143 L
Water layer
Bottom-dwelling
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins

Species overview

Rasbora dandia of the family Cyprinidae is an aquarium-kept Cyprinidae. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins and omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter, it grows to 7.4–10.9 cm and prefers 22–26 °C water. Other Rasbora species in our database include Rasbora borapetensis, Rasbora caudimaculata, Rasbora einthovenii.

Native biotope

Habitat
Clear streams and rivers over gravel
Flow
Moderate, well-oxygenated current
Dissolved O₂
Appreciates well-oxygenated water

Aquascape & hardware

Substrate
Fine gravel and sand
Hardscape
Water-worn stones and driftwood
Plants
Hardy rooted plants along the margins

Temperament, diet & tankmates

Schooling
Shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more
Diet
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter
Recommended tankmates
  • Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs
Avoid keeping with
  • Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates

Breeding & notes

Sexual dimorphism
Males often slimmer and more colourful
Breeding method
Egg-scatterer; no parental care

Frequently asked questions

Is Striped Rasbora easy to keep?

Difficulty: moderate. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins. Shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more.

What temperature and water chemistry does Striped Rasbora need?

Aim for 22–26 °C. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin; 22.0–26.0 °C typical for the genus.

How big does Striped Rasbora get, and what tank size?

Full size is 7.4–10.9 cm. Minimum tank: 143 L, with open swimming space along its bottom-dwelling habits.

What does Striped Rasbora eat?

Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter. Vary the menu — quality flakes or pellets plus frozen or live foods.

Can Striped Rasbora live with other fish?

Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins. Recommended tankmates: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Avoid Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.

Where does Striped Rasbora come from?

It lives in clear streams and rivers over gravel. Moderate, well-oxygenated current; Appreciates well-oxygenated water.

Does Striped Rasbora jump?

Low escape risk, but a lid is cheap insurance.

How does Striped Rasbora breed?

Egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.