Red-tailed Dwarf Bora
✅ Level: Easy — a tiny, colorful fish with a bright red dorsal stripe.
The Red-tailed Dwarf Rasbora (Rasbora Rubrodorsalis) is a tiny schooling fish with a striking, bright red stripe along its back. Active, peaceful, and ideal for nano aquariums.
🐠 Animal specifications
| Max. length | ±3 cm |
| Temperature | 20–25°C |
| pH | 7.0–7.5 |
| Min. aquarium length | 60 cm |
| Diet | Carnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 specimens |
| Breeding behavior | Egg-layer |
| Origin | Asia |
| Family | Cyprinidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🏪 Collection & warranty
- Only available for collection in our store in Heinkenszand — this animal will not be shipped
- Feel free to inspect the fish carefully in the store upon collection
- Do not hesitate to ask for advice on care or aquarium composition when collecting
✂️ Care
Keep in a school of at least 6 specimens in a well-planted aquarium. As a carnivore, small live or frozen food such as brine shrimp and cyclops is an important supplement to fine flake food.
🐠 Combination tip
Peaceful and ideal for nano aquariums, together with other small, calm schooling fish or shrimp.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum number of specimens I should buy?
At least 6 specimens — as a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group.
What should I feed?
As a carnivore, this fish prefers small live or frozen food such as brine shrimp and cyclops.
Is this fish suitable for a nano aquarium?
Yes, due to its small size, the Red-tailed Dwarf Rasbora is excellent for nano aquariums.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit the store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
Why Aquarium Plant Shop?
- Many types of aquarium fish in stock.
- Pick up in store is possible 6 days a week.
- Livestock will not be shipped.
