The Green neon rasbora (Microdevario kubotai) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 2 cm.
Description
The green neon rasbora is a tiny cyprinid (Danionidae) from fast-flowing streams of Myanmar and Thailand in Southeast Asia. The species grows to only about 2 cm and has a slender body with a conspicuous green-yellow, neon-like sheen. As a schooling fish it swims in clear, oxygen-rich water among water plants and eats minute zooplankton and larvae. The fish is harmless to humans and is popular in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Green neon rasbora?
The Green neon rasbora has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly green.
Where does the Green neon rasbora live?
The Green neon rasbora lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Green neon rasbora get?
The Green neon rasbora grows to a maximum of about 2 cm.
Is the Green neon rasbora dangerous to humans?
No, the Green neon rasbora is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Microdevario
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