Lambchop Rasbora

Trigonostigma espei

A slimmer, redder relative of the harlequin with a hook-shaped mark.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

73–82°F

pH

6–7

Hardness

2–10 dGH

Max size

1.2 in

Min tank

10 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Schooling (8+)

Swim level

Middle

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

3-5 years

Breeding

Egg-depositor

Suitability

Common

Origin

Thailand and Cambodia

Espei's rasbora shows more orange-red than the harlequin and stays smaller. It's ideal for planted nano community tanks.