{"product_id":"patricks-rasbora-rasbora-patrickyapi","title":"Patrick's Rasbora - Rasbora patrickyapi","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1juwzha\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"43\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003ePatrick’s Rasbora – \u003cem data-start=\"22\" data-end=\"43\"\u003eRasbora patrickyapi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"77mjg\" data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"57\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"79\"\u003ePatrick’s Rasbora\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and elegant blackwater rasbora from Indonesian Borneo, with a slim body, dark lateral markings and subtle warm colour that looks especially attractive in a shaded planted aquarium. \u003cstrong data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"294\"\u003eRasbora patrickyapi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a peaceful shoaling fish for aquarists who enjoy quieter, natural-style setups with soft water, botanicals and calm tank mates. It is not a flashy beginner rasbora like a Harlequin, but in the right aquarium it becomes a refined and unusual species for a specialist community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18rclky\" data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patrick’s Rasbora\u003cbr data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"652\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patrick Rasbora, Patrick Yap’s Rasbora, Blackwater Rasbora, Borneo Rasbora\u003cbr data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"750\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eRasbora patrickyapi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rasbora \/ Cyprinid\u003cbr data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"811\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13oemwk\" data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"868\"\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003ePatrick’s Rasbora is endemic to \u003cstrong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eKalimantan, Indonesian Borneo\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it is associated with lowland blackwater habitats. FishBase records it from shallow, slow-flowing swampy areas next to blackwater streams, including lowland peat swamps and degraded heath forest with peat and silica-sand substrates. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eAquarium Glaser describes the species as restricted in nature to peat swamps in central Kalimantan, where the water can be very acidic. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e In the aquarium, it should be treated as a soft-water forest rasbora that appreciates clean, stable water, subdued lighting, plants, wood, leaf litter and low stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1k4fj4a\" data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1920\"\u003ePatrick’s Rasbora has a slender, streamlined body suited to gentle open-water swimming. Colour is usually silvery to amber with a darker lateral stripe or blotching, while mature, settled fish may show warmer tones and subtle fin colour. It is a modest but attractive species that looks best in groups rather than as single specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003eAdults reach around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e5–6 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Aquarium Glaser giving a maximum length of about \u003cstrong data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003e5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e and FishBase-linked summaries reporting up to around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003e5.7 cm standard length\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Females are usually slightly deeper-bodied, while males may appear slimmer and more colourful when displaying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zee6g1\" data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003eThis species is best suited to a peaceful, mature, soft-water aquarium. It works well in blackwater aquascapes, planted tanks, biotope-inspired layouts and quiet community aquariums with floating plants, wood, botanicals and open swimming areas. It is not suitable for aggressive communities, hard alkaline water setups, very bright bare tanks or aquariums with large predatory fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jzuw08\" data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2687\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2962\"\u003eA practical minimum is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2711\" data-end=\"2739\"\u003e70–80 litres for a group\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2771\"\u003e90–120 litres or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred for a larger shoal and more natural behaviour. A tank length of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"2864\"\u003e60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended, with larger aquariums giving better swimming space and more stable water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pl4gsq\" data-start=\"2964\" data-end=\"2984\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3558\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3001\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–27°C\u003cbr data-start=\"3009\" data-end=\"3012\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3012\" data-end=\"3019\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5–7.0\u003cbr data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3030\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3043\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft preferred; avoid very hard alkaline water\u003cbr data-start=\"3090\" data-end=\"3093\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3114\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, stable water is essential. Blackwater conditions with tannins, leaf litter and low mineral content are ideal, but captive-acclimated fish can adapt to slightly less extreme conditions if changes are gradual. Aquarium Glaser notes that although the natural habitat has very low pH, the species adapts to normal aquarium conditions provided the water is very clean and bacterial pressure is kept low. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3rlnm7\" data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3628\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3611\"\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3630\" data-end=\"3938\"\u003ePatrick’s Rasbora is peaceful and should be kept with calm fish of similar size and temperament. Suitable tank mates include small rasboras, peaceful tetras, pencilfish, small gouramis, Otocinclus, Cory-type catfish suited to softer water, small loaches and gentle dwarf cichlids in carefully planned setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3940\" data-end=\"4254\"\u003eAvoid large predators, aggressive cichlids, fin-nippers, very boisterous barbs and hard-water specialists. It should be kept in a group of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4079\" data-end=\"4093\"\u003eat least 6\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"4100\" data-end=\"4114\"\u003e10 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e strongly preferred. Fishi-pedia also describes the species as naturally shoaling and non-territorial. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ah6yd9\" data-start=\"4256\" data-end=\"4267\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4268\" data-end=\"4691\"\u003ePatrick’s Rasbora is a small omnivorous to micro-predatory fish that should be offered fine foods. Feed quality crushed flakes, micro pellets and small granules as the staple, supplemented with frozen or live foods such as daphnia, cyclops, brineshrimp, mosquito larvae and finely chopped bloodworm. Small frequent feeds are better than large portions. A varied diet helps maintain condition, colour and breeding behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2vr35r\" data-start=\"4693\" data-end=\"4722\"\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4723\" data-end=\"5065\"\u003eThis is a midwater to upper-level shoaling fish that becomes much more confident in numbers. It will usually move in a loose group through open shaded areas, especially beneath floating plants or over dark substrate. Males may display subtly within the shoal, but it is not aggressive. It may jump if startled, so a secure lid is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gyou4p\" data-start=\"5067\" data-end=\"5081\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5082\" data-end=\"5493\"\u003eAdd only to a mature, stable aquarium. Avoid immature tanks, dirty filters, high nitrate and sudden water changes. Subdued lighting, floating plants, botanicals and darker décor will help the fish settle and show better colour. Because this is a blackwater peat-swamp species, avoid rough acclimation into hard alkaline water. It should never be released outdoors, and unwanted fish must be rehomed responsibly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"iot6fl\" data-start=\"5495\" data-end=\"5514\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5515\" data-end=\"5527\"\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c7763y\" data-start=\"5529\" data-end=\"5545\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5546\" data-end=\"5609\"\u003eRare \/ Specialist import \/ Occasional captive-bred availability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x39ni3\" data-start=\"5611\" data-end=\"5631\"\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5632\" data-end=\"5827\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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