{"product_id":"purple-harlequin-rasbora","title":"Purple Harlequin Rasbora (unsexed)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eAdd a striking pop of deep, metallic color to your aquascape with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003ePurple Harlequin Rasbora\u003c\/b\u003e. This stunning color morph of the classic Harlequin Rasbora features an enhanced, velvety purple-to-deep-blue body that contrasts beautifully with their signature black wedge mark and copper highlights. Highly active and peaceful, they are the ultimate schooling fish for any planted community tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attachment-container search-images\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-container spark-licensed-center hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted\" data-full-size-image-uri=\"https:\/\/aquaticarts.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Purple-Harlequin-Rasbora-Small-5_1800x1800.jpg?v=1607110243\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overlay-container hero-overlay-container ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attachment-container unknown\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner-container compact ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eQuick Care Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"horizontal-scroll-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-block-component\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-block has-export-button new-table-style is-at-scroll-start is-at-scroll-end\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-content\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ3ecQahgKEwjkyqDSkrKVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ3Qc\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0,0\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,0,1,0\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTrigonostigma heteromorpha\u003c\/i\u003e var. \"Purple\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0\"\u003eEasy \/ Beginner-Friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,3,1,0\"\u003e10 Gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,4,1,0\"\u003e72°F to 82°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003epH Range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,5,1,0\"\u003e6.0 to 7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,6,1,0\"\u003eOmnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-footer hide-on-print hide-from-message-actions\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"mdc-icon-button mat-mdc-icon-button mat-mdc-button-base mat-badge mat-unthemed mat-badge-overlap mat-badge-above mat-badge-after mat-badge-small mat-badge-hidden ng-star-inserted\" aria-label=\"More options\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-mdc-button-persistent-ripple mdc-icon-button__ripple\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-focus-indicator\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-mdc-button-touch-target\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eDetailed Product Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eWhile the standard species is native to the peat swamps and blackwater streams of Southeast Asia (including Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand), the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"148\"\u003ePurple Harlequin Rasbora\u003c\/b\u003e is a selectively bred color variant. It retains all the hardiness of its wild ancestors but boasts a much deeper, iridescent color palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eTank Size \u0026amp; Environment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eA \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"2\"\u003eminimum tank size of 10 gallons\u003c\/b\u003e is required for a small school, though a 20-gallon long aquarium is ideal to watch their tight schooling behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eTo bring out their most intense purple coloration, house them in a well-planted tank. Use dense background plants like \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"119\"\u003eCryptocoryne\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"135\"\u003eJava Fern\u003c\/i\u003e, dark substrate, and floating vegetation to diffuse bright lighting. Adding driftwood and leaf litter will simulate their natural blackwater habitats and keep them stress-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Water Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003ePurple Harlequin Rasboras are exceptionally hardy, making them perfect for both beginner and expert aquarists. They thrive in soft, slightly acidic to neutral water. Regular 20-25% weekly water changes are recommended to keep nitrate levels low, as pristine water quality keeps their immune systems strong and their colors vivid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Diet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eAs natural omnivores, these fish are not picky eaters. They will readily accept high-quality flake foods and micropellets as their daily staple. To enhance their purple and red tones, supplement their diet with live or frozen foods such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eIdeal Tank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eThese are peaceful community fish that \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003emust be kept in a school of at least 6 to 8 individuals\u003c\/b\u003e—larger groups of 10 or more will result in tighter schooling and much bolder behavior. Excellent tank mates include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003eSmall tetras and other rasboras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\"\u003eCorydoras catfish and Otocinclus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"\u003eDwarf Gouramis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\"\u003ePeaceful dwarf shrimp (like Cherry or Amano shrimp) and snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eAvoid housing them with large, aggressive fish that could easily mistake them for a snack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eBreeding the Purple Harlequin Rasbora is a rewarding challenge for hobbyists. Unlike many small cyprinids that scatter their eggs in moss, Harlequins are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"154\"\u003eunderside egg depositors\u003c\/b\u003e. They require broad-leafed plants (such as \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"222\"\u003eAnubias\u003c\/i\u003eor \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"233\"\u003eAmazon Swords\u003c\/i\u003e) where the female will flip upside down to attach her eggs to the underside of a leaf. To trigger spawning, condition the pair with live foods and lower the pH toward 6.0–6.5 in a dedicated breeding tank. Parents should be removed after spawning to protect the fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe photos shown on fish product pages are representations of adult fish and are NOT the actual fish that you will be receiving.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease visit our “Ordering\/Shipping fish” page prior to checking out to familiarize yourself with our process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe ship fish exclusively using overnight shipping with either FedEx or UPS. We will not ship fish with lesser expensive shipping services like “Ground” or “Priority Mail”. This is to ensure the safety of the fish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnless specified, all fish are sold as unsexed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KGTropicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41291541774400,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1478\/2240\/files\/InstagramPost-7_96a7435f-8183-4c59-822b-71f7cfe2813c.png?v=1783086974","url":"https:\/\/keepfishkeeping.com\/products\/purple-harlequin-rasbora","provider":"KGTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}