Rasbora trilineata
pH
6 - 7.5
Temperature
23° - 27 °C
Max size
12 cm
Min tank
120 L
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Named for the scissoring action of its boldly marked tail. Grows larger than most rasboras and needs real swimming length; a calm, reliable dither fish for larger community tanks.
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Everything you need to keep Scissortail Rasbora healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 120L aquarium suits Scissortail Rasbora. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 6–7.5 and 23–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Scissortail Rasbora is omnivore — flake, frozen foods. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Scissortail Rasbora is generally peaceful, active shoaler. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful, active shoaler tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Scissortail Rasbora vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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