Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Lambchop Rasbora's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
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Similar to the Harlequin Rasbora, the Lambchop Rasbora is distinguished by a more slender body, a brighter orange color, and a black mark shaped more like a lamb chop. They are a peaceful and active schooling fish, perfect for planted community tanks. They are slightly smaller and more streamlined than their famous cousin.
Key traits
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Everything you need to keep Lambchop Rasbora healthy in a South African setup.
Size the aquarium to Lambchop Rasbora's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 6–7 and 23–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Lambchop Rasbora is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Lambchop Rasbora is generally peaceful. Keep in a group where possible for natural behaviour.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Lambchop Rasbora vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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