Brilliant Rasbora

Introducing the Brilliant Rasbora, a dazzling addition to any freshwater aquarium. With a slender body and a burst of iridescent color, this tiny jewel lights up tanks from compact deskside setups to larger community aquariums. Perfect for beginners and seasoned aquarists alike, the Brilliant Rasbora blends beauty with easy care.

Overview

The Brilliant Rasbora is a small, peaceful schooling fish that thrives when kept in groups. Its shimmering coloration changes with lighting, creating a dynamic display as they glide through live plants and open swimming space. A true showpiece that remains calm and interactive, even in bustling community tanks.

Key Features

• Stunning iridescence: vibrant color and glow that catches the eye in any setup.
• Peaceful schooling behavior: thrives in groups, making a dramatic, natural display.
• Compact size: ideal for nano tanks and larger layouts alike.
• Beginner-friendly: adaptable care requirements with routine maintenance.
• Active swimmers: creates a lively and dynamic aquatic landscape.

Care & Habitat

Keep the Brilliant Rasbora in a well-filtered, lightly planted aquarium with stable water chemistry. Ideal parameters are a pH of approximately 6.0–7.5 and a temperature of 72–78°F (22–26°C). Offer a varied diet of micro-pellets, small live or frozen foods (such as daphnia or brine shrimp), and occasional flake foods. Maintain a group of at least 6 individuals to support their natural schooling behavior and reduce stress.

Tank Mates & Community

• Choose peaceful, small species that share similar water needs, such as neon tetras, ember tetras, or small rasboras.
• Avoid large, aggressive fish that may harass or outcompete them for food.

Transform your aquarium with the brilliant shimmer of the Brilliant Rasbora. Order today to add a radiant, harmonious presence to your aquatic world.