Chili Rasbora (Boraras brigittae)

Description:

The Chili Rasbora, Boraras brigittae, is a tiny yet strikingly colorful freshwater fish, native to the peat swamps of Indonesia. This species is renowned for its vibrant red body that makes it a dazzling addition to any nano or planted aquarium. Despite its small size, the Chili Rasbora has a big personality and is known for its peaceful nature and schooling behavior, making it an ideal inhabitant for community tanks with other small, gentle species.

Features:

• Brilliant red coloration, with some individuals displaying black and white accents on the fins
• Maximally reaches about 0.8 inches in length, perfect for nano aquariums
• Enjoys being in schools, showing best colors and behaviors in groups of 6 or more
• Extremely peaceful, making it a perfect match for similarly sized and tempered tank mates

Care Instructions:

• Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons, larger preferred to provide ample space for schooling
• Water Parameters: pH 6.0-7.0, soft water with low to moderate hardness
• Temperature: 20-26°C (68-79°F)
• Diet: Omnivorous; requires a varied diet of high-quality flakes, micro pellets, and live/frozen foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp, or micro worms
• Compatibility: Best kept with other small, peaceful species such as other micro rasboras, small tetras, and dwarf shrimp