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Big-Spot Rasbora--Rasbora kalochroma

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    Big-Spot Rasbora

    Origins:Southeast Asia, where it is found in parts of Malaysia, Sumatra, and Borneo.
    Size: 4"
    Diet:Flake and livefoods.
    Water:Temperature 77-82F;soft (50 mg/l) and acidic (pH 6.0-6.5)
    Temperament:Peaceful and social.

    In spite of its relatively large size, the Big-Spot Rasbora is rather sensative to water quality, and its true beauty will only be apparent if conditions are optimal. A dark base in the aquarium and subdued lighting are also needed for this fish to look its best. Big-Spot Rasboras should be kept in groups, but their shoaling instincts are not as strong as in other rasboras. Spawning behavior in home aquariums has not been documented, but it is probably similar to that shown by other rasboras.

    Note>Pinkish-orange body colour and Bluish-black blotches
    Big Spot Rasbora.jpg
     
    MOD_Dawn, Jun 25, 2009
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