Lambchop rasbora care
Trigonostigma espei
Lambchop rasbora (Trigonostigma espei) grows to about 3.5 cm (1.4 in) and needs a tank of at least 40 liters (11 US gallons). Keep it at 23–28 °C (73–82 °F) with a pH of 5.5–7.5.
FreshwaterEasyPeacefulPrefers soft water
Adult size3.5 cm · 1.4 in
Smallest tank40 L · 11 gal
Temperature23–28 °C · 73–82 °F
pH5.5–7.5
GroupGroups of 8+
TemperamentPeaceful
SwimsMiddle
DietOmnivore
Usually fine with
Neon tetraGuppyPlatyCardinal tetraBronze corydorasZebra danioHarlequin rasboraMollyBristlenose plecoCherry barbSwordtailOtocinclus
Avoid with
AngelfishFancy goldfishParadise fishWhite cloud minnowConvict cichlidOscarJack DempseyFiremouth cichlidPeacock cichlidDemasoni cichlidSeverumCommon goldfish
Track your tank with Guppi
Log water tests by tapping your kit’s colors, get water change reminders and check every tankmate before you buy.
Typical ranges from hobby references, checked by hand. Individual fish and local water vary.
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