Lambchop Rasbora
Trigonostigma espei
What you need to keep a Lambchop Rasbora
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pH
6–7
Temperature
23–28 °C
Where to buy
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What Lambchop Rasbora costs in South Africa
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R40
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SA median R45 across 4 shops over the last 90 days.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
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
Care guide
Keeping Lambchop Rasbora healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Lambchop Rasbora's adult size and activity level. Provide hiding spots and stable, well-filtered water; it suits a community setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6–7 and 23–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Omnivore. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Peaceful. Keep it in a group for natural behaviour.
Tankmates
Choose tankmates of similar size and temperament with the same water needs. Avoid fin-nippers and anything large enough to eat it.
Breeding
Breeding success with Lambchop Rasbora depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
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