Phoenix Rasbora

Source: Harvested from Nature
Estimated size at shipping: 0.33-0.5"
Adult Size: around 0.5"

Overview:
A true nano fish, topping out at around 1/2"-3/4", the Phoenix Rasbora is a stunning red with black spots.
Looking for a small, peaceful fish that will go well in your planted aquarium? Most rasboras will readily fit the bill. They come in a wide variety of shapes and colors and, while a few grow fairly large, most of the species available in the aquarium hobby are rather small fish.

Setup Considerations:
Phoenix Rasboras are great for planted nano tanks. Their red really standout against the green of plants. They prefer a well seasoned tank, so they can pick at algae and biofilm while eating microorganisms.
Many rasboras, such as the Harlequin Rasboras, are assertive feeders that can get their fair share in a community aquarium with tetras and the like. Some however, such as the Boraras species and the various Axelrodi types, are much less assertive and can be outcompeted by more boisterous fish. For this reason, tankmates need to be chosen with care.

Diet:
It sometimes takes newly acquired rasboras a few days to adjust to new foods, but they are not difficult to transition to dry prepared foods. We like to give them a feeding of baby brine shrimp or crushed flakes, after which we drop in a large, water stable algae wafer or protein pellet so they have something to graze on throughout the day. This works especially well for keeping weight on Chili Rasboras and other diminutive species.