Species Profile
Scissortail Rasbora
Rasbora trilineata
Rasboraspeaceful
Adult size
5″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
73–82°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Group of 6+
Water level
top
Diet
Flake, pellets, frozen
Notes
Active silver schooler with a deeply forked tail that scissors open while swimming. Larger than most rasboras, needs 30gal+ and horizontal swimming room. Skittish jumpers; tight lid essential.
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