Family: | CYPRINIDAE |
Species: |
Sundadanio axelrodi |
Common Name: |
Axelrod’s Rasbora. |
Size: | Up to 1 inch (2.54cm) Typically 3/4” (1.9cm) |
Habitat: | Asia: Borneo, Bangka and Sumatra.. |
Note: | There are several different color morphs, depending on the locality of specimen. |
Min Tank Size: | 10 gallons for a school. |
Diet: | Omnivorous, flake, Frozen, and live food sized to fit the fish. |
Behavior: | Peaceful and active. Likes water movement. |
Water: | Sensitive to quality, needs soft acidic water. Temperature 73 to 79°F (23 – 26°C) pH range: 4.0 – 6.5; dH range: 0 – 5 |
Care: | Easy |
Communities: | Not the best due to its size and timid nature and water requirements. Likes to be in large schools. |
Suitability: | Moderate. |