Scientific Name:Trigonostigma heteromorpha
Common Name: Harlequin rasbora
Geographic Origin: Malaysia, Singapore, Sumatra and southern Thailand.
Habitat: They love heavily planted tanks with low mineral content.
Gender Difference: Males have a larger black body patch and adult females will be noticeably more plump.
Breeding: Lays sticky eggs to the underside of aquatic plant leaves.
Temperament: Very Peaceful
Maximum Size: <2"
Temperature: 72 - 81. degrees Fahrenheit
pH: 6.0 - 7.8
Water Hardness: Soft-Medium
Water Region: Middle
How many?: These fish prefer to live in schools. A group of 6 or more is best.
Diet: Carnivore - We suggest small sinking pellets such as NLS small fish food.