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Neon green rasbora (Microdevario kubotai)
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Neon green rasbora

Microdevario kubotai · Danionidae

Also known as Green kubotai rasbora, Neon green rasbora

Intermediate

A tiny apple-green nano shoaler that glows in a densely planted tank.

Minimum tank
40 L
Temperature
22–27 °C
pH
6–7.5
Adult size
2.5 cm
Group size
10+
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Care requirements
Minimum tank volume
40 L
Temperature
22–27 °C
pH
6–7.5
Hardness
2–12 dGH
Lifespan
2–4 years
Diet
Omnivore — crushed micro pellets, baby brine, cyclops.
Care level
Intermediate
Origin & habitat
Native region
Southern Thailand and Myanmar
Water type
Freshwater
Biotope
Clear forest hill streams
Natural conditions
Soft, clean, gently flowing planted water.
Behaviour & stocking
Temperament
Peaceful
Minimum group
10 fish
Swims
Mid-water
Good tank mates
Chili rasbora
Cherry shrimp
Pygmy corydoras
Avoid
Any larger fish
Strong flow
Breeding & difficulty
Breeding difficulty
Intermediate
Sexing
Females are rounder.
Notes
Scatters eggs in moss; fry need infusoria.
Common ailments
Ich
Sensitivity to nitrate

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