Fire Rasbora
Rasboroides vaterifloris
Fire Rasbora is a peaceful middle-to-top swimmer. Keep in a school of at least 6.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 1.6" (≤ 4 cm)
- Aquarium size
- 20 US gal (76 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Middle to top swimmer
- Temperature
- 73–81°F (23–27°C)
- pH
- 5.5–7
- GH
- 1–8 dGH
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
- Group behavior
- Keep in a school of at least 6
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 20 US gal (76 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 23–27 °C, pH 5.5–7, GH 1–8 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Fire Rasbora is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
Use foods that suit a meatier diet and avoid combining it with fish small enough to be treated as food.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 20 US gal (76 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length.
- Make room for its social group.
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Keep in a school of at least 6.
- Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Sri Lanka.
Important notes
- Often ships poorly and is sensitive to unstable new aquaria; avoid fast flow and boisterous fish, and give plenty of shaded refuge.
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FAQ
How large does Fire Rasbora get?
Fire Rasbora reaches ≤ 1.6" (≤ 4 cm).
What aquarium size does Fire Rasbora need?
Use an aquarium of at least 20 US gal (76 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length.
Is Fire Rasbora peaceful?
Yes. Fire Rasbora is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.
What temperature is suitable for Fire Rasbora?
Keep it between 23 to 27 °C.
Should Fire Rasbora be kept alone or in a group?
Fire Rasbora: Keep in a school of at least 6.
