{"product_id":"asian-rummynose-rasbora-sawbwa-resplendens","title":"Asian Rummynose Rasbora - Sawbwa resplendens","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAsian Rummynose Rasbora – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSawbwa resplendens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsian Rummynose Rasbora\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a distinctive small cyprinid from Myanmar, best known for the silver-blue colour, red nose and red tail markings shown by mature males. Also sold as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRummynose Rasbora\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurmese Rummynose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSawbwa Barb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaked Microrasbora\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this species is an excellent choice for a peaceful planted aquarium with cooler tropical conditions and moderately hard, alkaline water. It is a beautiful shoaling fish, but it should be kept in a settled group rather than as a small add-on to a busy community tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Asian Rummynose Rasbora\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rummynose Rasbora, Burmese Rummynose, Sawbwa Barb, Naked Microrasbora\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSawbwa resplendens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rasbora \/ Small Cyprinid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSawbwa resplendens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is endemic to Myanmar, where it is strongly associated with Inle Lake and nearby swampy habitats in Shan State. It occurs in large shoals among dense aquatic vegetation, including clear and peat-influenced waters around the lake and surrounding wetlands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many small rasboras that prefer very soft acidic water, Asian Rummynose Rasboras are associated with the naturally mineral-rich, alkaline waters of the Inle Lake region. In the aquarium, they should be given a mature planted setup with open swimming space, gentle flow and plenty of cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature male Asian Rummynose Rasboras are especially striking, with a smooth silver to blue-silver body, a red snout and red markings in the tail. Females and juveniles are more subtly coloured, usually showing a plainer silver or greyish body and less red colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis species has a slender, almost scaleless-looking body, which is why it is sometimes called the Naked Microrasbora. Adults usually reach around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–4 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making them small, active and well suited to peaceful planted aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsian Rummynose Rasboras are best suited to mature planted aquariums, Inle Lake-style displays and peaceful community tanks with calm, similarly sized fish. They do well with plants, floating cover, open midwater swimming areas and stable water conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are not ideal for very soft blackwater tanks, high-temperature tropical setups or rough communities with boisterous fish. Their colour and confidence are much better in a proper group with steady water quality and low stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA practical minimum is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 litres for a group\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80 litres or more preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a larger shoal and mixed community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in a group of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eat least 8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 or more preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where space allows. Larger groups help reduce nervousness, improve male display behaviour and create a more natural shoaling effect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20–24°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7.0–8.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderately hard to hard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This species is best kept in clean, stable, mineral-rich water rather than very soft acidic conditions. Avoid consistently high temperatures, sudden water changes and unstable new aquariums. Gentle to moderate flow and good oxygenation are recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Community Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsian Rummynose Rasboras are peaceful shoaling fish, although males may display and chase lightly when competing for attention. This is usually harmless in a good-sized group with enough space and cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable tank mates include Celestial Pearl Danios, Emerald Dwarf Rasboras, small danios, White Cloud Mountain Minnows, peaceful livebearers in suitable water, small hillstream loaches and other calm fish that enjoy cooler, harder water. Avoid large predators, aggressive cichlids, fin-nipping species, very warm-water fish and tiny shy species that may be stressed by their activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsian Rummynose Rasboras are small omnivores that feed on tiny aquatic invertebrates, zooplankton and small food particles in nature. In the aquarium, offer fine flakes, micro pellets and small floating or slow-sinking granules as the staple diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplement with small frozen or live foods such as daphnia, cyclops, baby brineshrimp, mosquito larvae and finely chopped bloodworm. Their mouths are small, so foods should be appropriately sized. A varied diet helps males develop stronger silver-blue colour and red markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an active midwater shoaling fish that looks best in a bright but well-planted aquarium. Males often display to females and rival males, showing stronger colour when settled and in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsian Rummynose Rasboras spend much of their time in open water near plants, moving as a loose group rather than tightly schooling at all times. Breeding may occur in mature planted aquariums, with eggs deposited among vegetation, although adults may eat eggs and fry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep this species in a proper group and avoid very soft, acidic conditions. A mature aquarium with stable mineral content, clean water and cooler tropical temperatures is strongly recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not keep them in overheated tanks or with aggressive fish. Provide planted cover, open swimming space and small foods. They are generally hardy once settled, but they can lose colour and condition in cramped, unstable or overly warm aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOccasional \/ Usually captive-bred or commercially farmed, with wild-caught fish sometimes available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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