Largescaled Rasbora (Rasbora paucisqualis)

Family: Cyprinidae

Largescaled Rasbora — a Cyprinidae freshwater fish. Reaches 3–4.4 cm; keep at 22–25 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
22–25 °C
pH
6.2–7
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
3–4.4 cm
Minimum tank
25 L
Water layer
Bottom-dwelling
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins

Species overview

A Cyprinidae species: Rasbora paucisqualis lives bottom-dwelling over gravel. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins. Adults reach 3–4.4 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Rasbora species we profile, alongside 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 Largescaled Rasbora easy to keep?

Intermediate difficulty. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins; shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more.

What temperature and water chemistry does Largescaled Rasbora need?

Set the heater to 22–25 °C and avoid swings. pH 6.2–7, GH 5–15 dGH suit it.

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

Adults reach 3–4.4 cm; it is bottom-dwelling. Plan for at least 25 litres.

What does Largescaled Rasbora eat?

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

Can Largescaled Rasbora live with other fish?

Yes, with care. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins — pair it with Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs and skip Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.

Where does Largescaled Rasbora come from?

Its habitat is clear streams and rivers over gravel — moderate, well-oxygenated current, appreciates well-oxygenated water.

Does Largescaled Rasbora jump?

Not a noted jumper — a standard cover still keeps dust and spray in.

How does Largescaled Rasbora breed?

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