Asian Rummy Nose Rasbora Sawbwa Resplendens

Asian Rummy Nose Rasbora Sawbwa ResplendensThe Asian Rummy Nose Rasbora (Sawbwa resplendens) is a small, elegant schooling fish native to Myanmar. It is best known for its slender silver body and the distinctive red to orange coloration on the snout, which gives rise to its common name. Unlike true Rummy Nose Tetras, this species is more delicate and refined in appearance, making it particularly well suited to planted aquariums and aquascapes. When kept in stable conditions and proper group

The Asian Rummy Nose Rasbora (Sawbwa resplendens) is a small, elegant schooling fish native to Myanmar. It is best known for its slender silver body and the distinctive red to orange coloration on the snout, which gives rise to its common name.

Unlike true Rummy Nose Tetras, this species is more delicate and refined in appearance, making it particularly well suited to planted aquariums and aquascapes. When kept in stable conditions and proper group sizes, Asian Rummy Nose Rasboras display graceful schooling behaviour and subtle, shimmering beauty.

Physical Characteristics

• Adult Size: Approximately 3–4 cm (1.2–1.6 inches)

• Coloration: Silver to pale blue body with red to orange nose

• Body Shape: Slender, elongated rasbora profile

• Sexual Dimorphism:

  • Males are slimmer and may show slightly more colour

  • Females are rounder, especially when mature

Behaviour & Temperament

• Temperament: Peaceful

• Tank Level: Mid-water

• Schooling Behaviour: Should be kept in groups of 6 or more

• Activity Level: Calm to moderately active

Suitable Tank Mates

• Other peaceful tetras

• Rasboras

• Corydoras catfish

• Dwarf cichlids (peaceful species)

• Gouramis (non-aggressive species)

Avoid:

• Aggressive fish

• Fin-nippers

Breeding Information

• Spawning Type: Egg scatterer

• Breeding Setup:

  • Soft, slightly acidic water

  • Fine-leaved plants or spawning mops

• Parental Care: None

• Notes: Adults may eat eggs; separation required for breeding

Special Considerations

• Sensitive to poor water quality

• Best suited to mature, well-cycled aquariums

• Colour fades quickly in stressed or unstable conditions

• Prefers gentle water flow

Aquarium Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: 60 litres

• Water Temperature: 22–28°C

• pH Range: 5.5–7.5

• Water Hardness: 2–10 dGH

• Substrate: Sand or fine grave

• Decor: Live plants, driftwood, shaded areas

• Filtration: Moderate, well-maintained

• Lighting: Moderate; plants help diffuse brightness

Diet & Feeding

• Diet Type: Omnivore

• Recommended Foods:

  • High-quality flakes or micro pellets

  • Frozen foods such as daphnia and brine shrimp

  • Occasional live foods for conditioning

• Feeding Frequency: Once or twice daily in small portions

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