Lambchop Rasbora
Trigonostigma espei
Lambchop Rasbora is a peaceful all-zone swimmer. Keep in a school of at least 8.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 1.2" (≤ 3 cm)
- Aquarium size
- 16 US gal (60 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length
- Care level
- Beginner
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- All-zone swimmer
- Temperature
- 75–82°F (24–28°C)
- pH
- 5.5–7
- GH
- 1–10 dGH
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
- Group behavior
- Keep in a school of at least 8
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 16 US gal (60 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 24–28 °C, pH 5.5–7, GH 1–10 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Lambchop Rasbora is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses multiple areas 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.
Offer fine dried foods and small live/frozen invertebrates; avoid predatory or oversized tankmates.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 16 US gal (60 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length.
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Keep in a school of at least 8.
- Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Thailand, Cambodia.
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FAQ
How large does Lambchop Rasbora get?
Lambchop Rasbora reaches ≤ 1.2" (≤ 3 cm).
What aquarium size does Lambchop Rasbora need?
Use an aquarium of at least 16 US gal (60 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length.
Is Lambchop Rasbora peaceful?
Yes. Lambchop 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 Lambchop Rasbora?
Keep it between 24 to 28 °C.
Should Lambchop Rasbora be kept alone or in a group?
Lambchop Rasbora: Keep in a school of at least 8.
