Dwarf Rasbora

Boraras maculatus

Also known as: Pygmy Rasbora

A peaceful red-orange micro-rasbora with bold body spots.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

75–82°F

pH

5–7

Hardness

1–10 dGH

Max size

0.8 in

Min tank

10 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Schooling (8+)

Swim level

Mid

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

3-4 years

Breeding

Egg-scatterer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Southeast Asia (Malay Peninsula, Sumatra)

Closely related to the chili rasbora and kept the same way: soft water, micro-foods, and a large group. Excellent in nano planted aquariums alongside shrimp and snails.