Species Profile

Indian Glassfish

Parambassis ranga

Oddballspeaceful

Adult size

3″

Minimum tank

20 gal

Temperature

68–79°F

6.5–7.5

Schooling

Group of 6+

Water level

mid

Diet

Frozen, live, small flake

Notes

Transparent body shows the spine clearly. Often sold as 'painted glassfish' with injected dye, an inhumane practice; only buy undyed natural specimens. Wants slightly brackish water for long-term health.

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