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Dwarf emerald rasbora (Celestichthys erythromicron)
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Dwarf emerald rasbora

Celestichthys erythromicron · Danionidae

Also known as Brigittae relative, Emerald dwarf rasbora

Intermediate

A striped nano danio from Inle Lake; slow-moving and best in a species tank.

Minimum tank
40 L
Temperature
21–26 °C
pH
7–8
Adult size
2.5 cm
Group size
8+
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Care requirements
Minimum tank volume
40 L
Temperature
21–26 °C
pH
7–8
Hardness
8–20 dGH
Lifespan
2–4 years
Diet
Omnivore — micro foods, baby brine, cyclops.
Care level
Intermediate
Origin & habitat
Native region
Inle Lake, Myanmar
Water type
Freshwater
Biotope
Shallow, hard-water vegetated margins
Natural conditions
Hard alkaline water, cooler temperatures, gentle flow.
Behaviour & stocking
Temperament
Peaceful
Minimum group
8 fish
Swims
Mid-water
Good tank mates
Celestial pearl danio
Snails
Shrimp
Avoid
Larger fish
Soft acidic water
Breeding & difficulty
Breeding difficulty
Intermediate
Sexing
Males have red-orange bellies.
Notes
Continuous egg scatterer in moss.
Common ailments
Ich
Starvation on large food

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