Strawberry Rasbora

Boraras naevus

Also known as: Strawberry Boraras

A red nano rasbora with a single dark body spot, glowing like a strawberry in planted tanks.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

72–82°F

pH

5–7

Hardness

1–8 dGH

Max size

0.8 in

Min tank

5 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Schooling (8+)

Swim level

Middle

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

3-5 years

Breeding

Egg-scatterer

Suitability

Intermediate

Origin

Southern Thailand

Keep a group of 8 or more in a planted nano tank with soft, slightly acidic water and gentle flow. Males color up best with dark substrate and floating plants. Only house with other tiny peaceful fish and shrimp.