Live fish will be delivered only to selected pincodes in Kolkata and nearby areas.

Here are all the details about the Espei Rasbora (Trigonostigma espei), commonly known as the Lambchop Rasbora

🐟 Species Overview

• Common Names: Espei Rasbora, Lambchop Rasbora, False Harlequin Rasbora

• Scientific Name: Trigonostigma espei

• Family: Danionidae

• Origin: Southeast Asia – particularly Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam

• Lifespan: Around 3 to 5 years

• Size: 2–3 cm (0.8–1.2 inches)

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Conservation Status: Least Concern (IUCN)

✨ Appearance

• Body Color: Reddish-orange to copper or bronze

• Unique Marking: Triangular black "lambchop"-shaped patch starting below the dorsal fin

• Sex Differences:

  • Females: Rounder belly, slightly larger

  • Males: Slimmer and more vibrant in color

💧 Water Parameters

🏠 Tank Setup

• Environment: Soft, slightly acidic water with lots of plants

• Aquascape: Use driftwood, rocks, and leaf litter for a natural feel

• Substrate: Dark gravel or sand enhances their coloration

• Lighting: Moderate to low (to mimic forest streams)

• Filtration: Gentle to moderate flow

• Tank Lid: Recommended, as they may jump

🍽️ Diet

• Feeding Type: Omnivorous

• Preferred Foods:

  • Micro pellets

  • High-quality flakes

  • Live or frozen foods (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms)

  • Occasionally: blanched spinach or spirulina-based flakes

• Feed 1–2 times daily in small amounts

👥 Behavior & Tank Mates

• Schooling: Must be kept in groups of at least 6–8 (preferably 10+)

• Behavior: Active, peaceful mid-to-top dwellers

• Compatible Tank Mates:

  • Neon tetras, ember tetras, harlequin rasboras

  • Corydoras catfish, kuhli loaches

  • Small peaceful gouramis, shrimp, snails

• Avoid: Large or aggressive fish (they may become shy or stressed)

🐣 Breeding

• Spawning Type: Egg scatterer

• Breeding Tank Setup:

  • Soft, slightly acidic water

  • Fine-leaved plants or spawning mops

  • Dim lighting and gentle filtration

• Breeding Process:

  • Pairing often occurs at dawn

  • Eggs are scattered over plants and not guarded

  • Adults should be removed after spawning to prevent egg predation

• Egg & Fry Care:

  • Eggs hatch in ~24–36 hours

  • Fry become free-swimming in 3–5 days

  • Feed infusoria, powdered fry food, or baby brine shrimp

🦠 Common Health Issues

• Ich (White Spot Disease): Treatable with temperature increase and medication

• Fin Rot: Often from poor water conditions

• Swim Bladder Issues: Rare, but possible in stressed fish

• Fungal Infections: Occur in poor water quality or due to injury

• Prevention:

  • Regular water changes

  • Stable water parameters

  • Quarantine new fish before adding to the main tank

✅ Summary