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Kubotai Rasbora
Microdevario kubotai
Care profile for Kubotai Rasbora (Microdevario kubotai): 2.2 cm adult size, 22–27°C, pH 6.5–7.5, beginner difficulty.
Care Parameters
Adult size
2.2 cm
Min tank
40 L
Temperature
22–27°C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH
2–10 dGH
Diet
Omnivore
Temperament
Peaceful
Water zone
Middle
Difficulty
Beginner
Schooling
School of 8 or more.
Suitable Plants
5Red Rotala
Red stem plant. Turns red under high light with CO₂.
Lilaeopsis
A miniature grass-like plant that forms a dense, low carpet. One of the smallest foreground plants, ideal for nano aquascapes. Tolerates low light but grows denser under high light.
Rotala rotundifolia
Care profile for Rotala rotundifolia: medium-high light, medium CO₂, intermediate difficulty.
Dwarf Sagittaria
Care profile for Dwarf Sagittaria: low-medium light, none CO₂, beginner difficulty.
Ludwigia Super Red
A vivid red stem plant that maintains its intense red coloration even under moderate lighting. Hardy and fast-growing, making it accessible for intermediate aquascapers.
Compatible Invertebrates
4Red Cherry Shrimp
A tiny, vivid red dwarf shrimp that breeds easily and endlessly entertains. Fine in nano tanks from 20 L; keep GH 4-15 dGH for successful molting, avoid copper-based medications entirely, and use a sponge filter so young shrimplets never get sucked in.
Blue Diamond Shrimp
A selectively bred color morph of Neocaridina davidi with solid, opaque blue coloration. Hardy and easy to breed, making them popular for planted tanks.
Cherry Shrimp
The most popular freshwater shrimp — bright red coloration, extremely hardy, and prolific breeder. The gateway species for shrimp keeping. Tolerates a wide range of conditions.
Snowball Shrimp
A selectively bred freshwater shrimp with opaque white coloration resembling snowballs. Requires soft, acidic water and pristine conditions for breeding.
Suitable Equipment
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Common Problems
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Fish Gasping at Surface
Fish hover at the surface, breathing rapidly. A possible oxygen emergency.
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Dropsy
Abdomen swells and scales stand out like a pinecone — usually a bacterial infection.
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Temperature Shock
Sudden temperature swings after water changes, heater failure or power cuts stress fish.
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Fin Rot
Fins look frayed, ragged or are visibly shrinking with white or red edges.
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High Ammonia Poisoning
Elevated ammonia levels cause burns, redness and rapid breathing.
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