Exclamation Point Rasbora

• ExerciseModerate

  An active swimmer that appreciates open swimming space.

• GroomingRoutine tank care

  Weekly partial water changes keep them in top shape.

• Living spaceNano-tank friendly

  Happy in a small, stable, well-filtered tank.

• Owner experienceSome experience helps

  A little know-how makes life smoother.

• Commitment3–5 years

  Plan for a long, loving relationship.

Health to watch: Ich (white spot) · Fin rot · Skin conditions

The Exclamation Point Rasbora (Boraras urophthalmoides) comes from shallow, slow, heavily vegetated waters in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam and reaches only about 1.5 to 2 cm. Its dark lateral line terminating in a round spot at the tail base gives it its name, with an iridescent gold or green stripe running above it that catches the light as the fish turns. Keep a group of twelve or more in a planted nano tank from 30 litres at 23-28C with a pH of 5.0 to 7.5 and soft to moderately soft water, gentle flow and dense fine planting. Like other Boraras it needs very small foods: powdered fry food, crushed micro-pellets, microworms, live baby brine and small frozen cyclops. It is peaceful, shy and easily intimidated, so the standard honest advice applies: give it its own quiet tank or pair it only with other true nano species and shrimp, never with barbs, larger tetras or anything fast enough to take its food first.

• How active is a Exclamation Point Rasbora?

  Moderate. An active swimmer that appreciates open swimming space.

• How much maintenance does a Exclamation Point Rasbora need?

  Routine tank care. Weekly partial water changes keep them in top shape.

• What tank size does a Exclamation Point Rasbora need?

  Nano-tank friendly. Happy in a small, stable, well-filtered tank.

• Is a Exclamation Point Rasbora a good fit for first-time owners?

  Some experience helps. A little know-how makes life smoother.

• How long do Exclamation Point Rasbora live?

  3–5 years. Plan for a long, loving relationship.

• What health issues affect the Exclamation Point Rasbora?

  Keep an eye out for Ich (white spot), Fin rot, Skin conditions. These are worth raising with your vet, along with any screening they recommend.

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