{"product_id":"dwarf-rasbora-rasbora-maculata","title":"Dwarf Rasbora - Rasbora maculata","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Rasbora (Boraras maculatus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Rasbora, Boraras maculatus, is a tiny, peaceful Southeast Asian nano fish with a warm red to orange body, dark side spots and delicate shoaling behaviour. Still sometimes seen under the older name Rasbora maculata, this miniature species is ideal for mature planted nano aquariums, blackwater-style layouts and calm community tanks with very small tank mates. It is best kept in a proper group, where its colour, confidence and natural movement become much more noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eDwarf Rasbora, Spotted Rasbora, Pygmy Rasbora, Maculatus Rasbora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoraras maculatus\u003cbr\u003eFormerly known as Rasbora maculata.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsually around 2–2.5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNative to Southeast Asia, including Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, Singapore and nearby regions. In the wild, Dwarf Rasboras inhabit quiet forest streams, peat swamps and slow-flowing acidic waters, often among leaf litter, roots, submerged vegetation and shaded marginal cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature: 23–27°C\u003cbr\u003epH Range: 5.0–7.0\u003cbr\u003eHardness or Salinity: Soft freshwater preferred; avoid hard, alkaline conditions where possible. Stable, clean water is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery peaceful and shy. Dwarf Rasboras are best kept with tiny, calm tank mates and should not be housed with large, boisterous or predatory fish. They can become nervous if kept in small numbers or in bright, open aquariums without cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOmnivorous micro-predator. In nature, this species feeds on tiny worms, small crustaceans and other minute invertebrates. In the aquarium, offer very fine crushed flakes, micro pellets, powdered foods, frozen cyclops, daphnia, baby brineshrimp, microworms and other suitably tiny foods. Their mouths are very small, so food size is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA minimum of 40 litres is recommended for a group, with 60 litres or more preferred for a larger shoal or mixed nano community. Although very small, they do best in stable, mature aquariums rather than tiny unstable setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA gentle mid-to-upper level shoaling fish that spends much of its time moving between plants, open water and shaded areas. Keep at least 8–10 individuals, with larger groups preferred for confidence and natural behaviour. In a settled group, males may intensify in colour and display subtly to one another. Floating plants, dark substrate and leaf litter help them feel secure and show better colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCommunity Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for peaceful nano communities with other tiny species such as small Boraras, Ember Tetras, Celestial Pearl Danios with care, tiny Corydoras-type catfish, Otocinclus, peaceful snails and dwarf shrimp with caution. Avoid angelfish, gouramis large enough to eat them, larger barbs, aggressive cichlids, fin-nippers and fast-feeding fish that may outcompete them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest kept in a mature, densely planted aquarium with gentle filtration, subdued lighting and stable water quality. They are not suitable for brand-new tanks or harsh water conditions. Leaf litter, botanicals and soft acidic water can help create a natural blackwater-style environment, but avoid sudden changes. A secure lid is recommended, as small rasboras can jump when startled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntermediate fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOccasional in trade \/ Often captive-bred or farmed where relevant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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