Strawberry Rasbora (Boraras naevus)

Familia: Cyprinidae

Strawberry Rasbora (Boraras naevus) es un cyprinidae de its native waters; alcanza 1–1.4 cm a 25–28 °C.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
25–28 °C
pH
5–6.5
Dureza GH
5–12 dGH
Tamaño adulto
1–1.4 cm
Tanque mínimo
25 L
Capa de nado
Middle of the water column
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Peaceful, restless swimmers that use every inch
Origen
Southeast Asia

Descripción de la especie

From the waters of Southeast Asia comes Boraras naevus, a member of the family Cyprinidae. A restless micropredator of the surface film, evolved for open, sunlit water. It swims in mid-water. Adults reach 1–1.4 cm. Groups of 6 minimum; bigger schools calm them. Generous swimming room, a big school and clean water cover nearly all of its care. Maintain 25–28 °C at pH 5–6.5. A rewarding species for the aquarist who reads before buying.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat
Clear streams and rivers over gravel
Corriente
Moderate, well-oxygenated current
Oxígeno disuelto
Appreciates well-oxygenated water

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato
Fine gravel and sand
Decoración dura
Water-worn stones and driftwood
Plantas
Hardy rooted plants along the margins

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad
Groups of 6 minimum; bigger schools calm them
Dieta
Small surface-oriented omnivore; flakes and tiny live foods
Compañeros recomendados
  • Other danios and small rasboras — Form a fast, peaceful upper-water school
Evitar con
  • Slow, timid fish — Outcompeted at the surface

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual
Males often slimmer and more colourful
Método de cría
Typical egg-scattering minnow; mop spawning works