20 facts about Scissortail Rasbora:
Scissortail Rasbora is a small, peaceful, and popular freshwater aquarium fish.
It belongs to the family Cyprinidae and the scientific name is Rasbora trilineata.
They are also known as Three-Lined Rasbora and are native to Southeast Asia.
The Scissortail Rasbora is a schooling fish, so it is best to keep them in groups of at least six.
They prefer to live in a well-planted aquarium with plenty of hiding places.
Scissortail Rasboras are omnivorous and will eat a variety of food, including flakes, pellets, frozen, and live food.
They are peaceful and can coexist with other peaceful fish in a community tank.
Scissortail Rasboras are easy to care for and are a great choice for beginners.
They are active swimmers and love to explore their surroundings.
The males have a brighter red coloration on their fins compared to the females.
They can grow up to 3 inches (7.5 cm) in length.
The Scissortail Rasbora is named after its unique tail, which is forked like a pair of scissors.
They have a silver body with three black lines on their sides.
Scissortail Rasboras are not very demanding when it comes to water parameters, but they prefer slightly acidic to neutral water with a pH range of 6.0-7.5.
They prefer a water temperature range of 72-82°F (22-28°C).
They are egg scatterers, meaning they lay their eggs on plants or other surfaces in the aquarium.
Scissortail Rasboras are relatively peaceful breeders and will not harm their offspring.
They have a lifespan of up to five years with proper care.
Scissortail Rasboras can be susceptible to common fish diseases such as Ich and fin rot.
They are widely available in pet stores and are relatively inexpensive.
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