Clown Rasbora – Kalachroma

TheClown Rasbora is also known as thebig spot Rasbora or Rasbora Kalachroma, and isa larger member offreshwater Rasbora fish family. The ClownRasbora is a peaceful shoaling species and enjoys a planted aquarium in groups of 8 or more. Suited to the intermediate aquarist due to their sensitivity during water changes.

Native to Peninsular Malaysia and the Greater Sunda Islands of Borneo and Sumatra, the ClownRasbora is naturally found in densely vegetated black water streams. They are a timid species and will gain confidence with lots of hiding spaces and ingroups.

Features of Clown Rasbora’s:

• Reddish-copper colorbody with dark spots on theirbodies, anal fins, and tails.
• Male Dwarf Rasbora’s are slimmer & brighter than females
• Active during the daytime & rest at night
• Grows up to 9cm

The Best Aquarium Size forClownRasbora’s:

The minimum tank size for a small group of Clown Rasboras is 100L. TheClownRasbora will occupy the top to middle water column in the aquarium.

We always recommend going with larger aquariums if your budget allows.

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Tank Mate Compatibility:

TheClown Rasbora is a shoaling fishand should be kept in schools of8 or more. This species finds security within the group. They are a timid species that do best with other small shy species of fish.

Great tank mates forClown Rasbora’s include:

• Corydoras Catfish
• Guppy
• Neon Tetra
• Mystery Snails

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Feeding :

ClownRasbora’s havesmall mouthsso keep this in mind when selecting food. We recommend feeding three times a daya combination ofpelletsorflakes, live orfrozen foodlikebrine shrimp, &bloodworms.

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ClownRasbora Fish Tank Setup:

Aquarium Filtration

Naturally found in slow moving streams, mimic theClownRasboras natural environment by using a good aquarium filter that wont create strong water movements. They are sensitive to water changes and fluctuations in water quality, so ensure adequate filtration.

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Aquatic Plants forClown Rasbora’s

TheClown Rasbora is naturally found in heavily vegetated water systems and finds security and comfort in heavily planted aquariums. It provides shade & spaces to hide to ensure happy fish.

• Christmas Moss
• Java Moss
• Java Fern
• Cryptocoryne Wendtii
• Amazon Sword
• Anubias

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Tank Decorations forClown Rasbora’s

ClownRasbora’s enjoy black water aquariums and acidic water.The colour of fish are enhanced when conditions are ideal and fish are less stressed. Add driftwood and natural decorations that release tannins to mimic their natural environment.

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Substrate for Clown Rasbora’s

Dark coloured substrates enhance the colour of the fish and help lower light levels, reducing stress.

• Kirby Pebbles
• Aqua One Gravel
• Dymax Gravel 2kg

A variety ofSubstratesare available at Coburg Aquarium.