PisciDex Species Profile
Chili Rasbora
Very small blackwater schooling rasbora best suited to mature planted nano tanks with tiny peaceful tankmates.
Boraras brigittae
Danionidae | Southeast Asia | Southwest Borneo peat swamps
Core Requirements
Tank Size
5 gallons minimum
Adult Size
0.8 inches
Group Size
Group 8+
Bioload
1/10
Water Parameters
Temperature
73-80 F
pH
4.5-7
Plant Safe
Yes
Invert Safe
Yes
Data Confidence
medium
Temperature note: Recommended and tolerated temperature ranges currently match the primary care profile.
Behavior & Husbandry
Temperament
Peaceful
Aggression
1/10
Diet
Carnivore
Difficulty
Intermediate
Lifespan
6 years
Breeding
Intermediate
Schooling
Yes
Compatibility Tags
Nano TankPeacefulSchoolingMid WaterPlant SafeInvert SafeShrimp SafeSoftwaterBlackwater
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Species Compatibility
Database-driven compatibility notes for planning community aquariums.