Glowlight Rasbora – Trigonostigma hengeli

The Glowlight Rasbora is a small, peaceful schooling fish known for its translucent body and striking orange stripe, which gives it a glowing appearance under aquarium lighting. This active species is an excellent choice for planted tanks and nano aquariums.

Description:

Common Name: Glowlight Rasbora

Scientific Name: Trigonostigma hengeli

Family: Cyprinidae

Size: 1-1.5 inches (2.5-4 cm)

Temperament: Peaceful and social, best kept in schools.

Difficulty: Easy

Native Region:

The Glowlight Rasbora is native to slow-moving rivers and blackwater habitats in Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia, where it thrives in soft, tannin-rich waters.

Aquarium Setup:

Tank Size: Minimum of 10 gallons

Temperature: 73-82F (23-28C)

pH: 5.5-7.0

Hardness: Soft water

Substrate: Fine sand or gravel with live plants, driftwood, and leaf litter to replicate its natural habitat.

Additional Tips:

Schooling Behavior: Keep in groups of at least 6-10 to promote natural schooling and reduce stress.

Compatibility: Ideal tank mates include other peaceful species like small tetras, rasboras, and shrimp. Avoid large or aggressive fish.

Diet: Provide a varied diet of high-quality micro pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods such as baby brine shrimp and daphnia.