Brilliant Rasbora

Rasbora einthovenii

Also known as: Einthoven's Rasbora, Blue-line Rasbora

A sleek rasbora with a bold dark lateral stripe and a brassy, iridescent sheen.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

72–80°F

pH

5–7

Hardness

1–10 dGH

Max size

3 in

Min tank

30 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Schooling (8+)

Swim level

Middle

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

5-8 years

Breeding

Egg-scatterer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Malay Peninsula, Sumatra and Borneo

An active schooling fish that needs a group of 8 or more and a longer tank with open swimming space. Prefers soft, slightly acidic water with plants and gentle flow. Peaceful and a good match for other mid-sized community fish.