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The Common rasbora (Rasbora vulgaris) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The common rasbora is a small minnow (Danionidae) from Southeast Asia. The species is slender and silvery with a fine dark lengthwise stripe. It lives in schools in streams, rivers and still waters, usually in the middle and upper water layers. At and near the surface it feeds on small insects, insect larvae and small zooplankton. It is a prey fish for larger species. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Common rasbora?
The Common rasbora has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Fine dark longitudinal stripe; little shoal-forming rasbora from the Mekong basin.
Where does the Common rasbora live?
The Common rasbora lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Southeast Asia; streams, rivers and standing waters.
How big does the Common rasbora get?
The Common rasbora grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Common rasbora dangerous to humans?
No, the Common rasbora is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Common rasbora edible?
The Common rasbora is rarely eaten.
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