Where Does Chili Rasbora Live?

Chili Rasbora lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Chili Rasbora

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Shallow waters, typically less than 1 meter.

Environment

Found in slow-moving or stagnant blackwater habitats such as peat swamps, forest streams, and oxbow lakes. These environments are characterized by dense aquatic vegetation, leaf litter, and a substrate of peat or mud. The water is typically soft, acidic, and stained dark brown by humic substances.

Geographic range

Endemic to the island of Borneo, specifically found in the Indonesian provinces of Kalimantan Tengah and Kalimantan Barat.

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