The Elegant rasbora (Rasbora elegans) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
The elegant rasbora is a cyprinid from fresh water of Southeast Asia, in Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand. The species grows to about 20 cm and has a slender, silvery to golden-brown body with a few dark blotches on the flank and tail base. It schools actively in clear forest streams, rivers and swamps and feeds on insects, small zooplankton and plant matter. The fish is popular in the aquarium hobby. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Elegant rasbora?
The Elegant rasbora has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Elegant rasbora live?
The Elegant rasbora lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Elegant rasbora get?
The Elegant rasbora grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Elegant rasbora dangerous to humans?
No, the Elegant rasbora is harmless to humans.
Is the Elegant rasbora edible?
The Elegant rasbora is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Rasbora
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