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The Axelrod's Rasbora is a peaceful, active, schooling fish. This fish is one of the more brilliantly colored species of the genus, especially the male.

Rasbora axelrodi requires a well established, densely-planted aquarium with plenty of free-swimming space available. The Axelrod's Rasbora does well in a community aquarium with other peaceful and similarly-sized species.

Unfortunately, the Axelrod's Rasbora's breeding habits in the aquarium have not been documented.

An omnivore, the Axelrod's Rasbora does well on a diet of prepared flake food, as well as freeze-dried bloodworms and tubifex.

Ideal tank mates include: Discus, Angelfish, Guppies, Platies, Mollies, Swordtails, Tetras, Gouramis, Danios, Rasboras, Loaches, Plecos and Scavenger Catfish of similar size.