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The Rutten's rasbora (Rasbora rutteni) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
Rutten's rasbora is a small cyprinid (Cyprinidae) from fresh water of Borneo in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a slender, silvery body with a fine dark longitudinal stripe. It lives in schools in clear forest streams and blackwater pools among water plants and eats small zooplankton, insect larvae and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Rutten's rasbora?
The Rutten's rasbora has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Rutten's rasbora live?
The Rutten's rasbora lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia
How big does the Rutten's rasbora get?
The Rutten's rasbora grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Rutten's rasbora dangerous to humans?
No, the Rutten's rasbora is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Rasbora
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