Emerald Dwarf Rasbora and Similar Species
Celestichthys erythromicron
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Open the appSeveral fish can be confused with Emerald Dwarf Rasbora. Here are the key differences.
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Celestial Pearl Danio
Celestichthys margaritatus
Key differences: The Celestial Pearl Danio (CPD) has a dark blue to black body with numerous iridescent pearl-like spots, and red-orange fins with black markings. In contrast, C. erythromicron has a reddish-orange body with emerald-green vertical bars and generally clear fins.
Danio erythromicron
Danio erythromicron
Key differences: This is a former scientific name (synonym) for Celestichthys erythromicron. The species was reclassified into the genus Celestichthys. Morphologically, they are the same fish, but the current accepted scientific name is Celestichthys erythromicron.
Microrasbora rubescens
Microrasbora rubescens
Key differences: Microrasbora rubescens is a larger species (up to 3.5 cm) with a more uniform reddish body coloration and lacks the distinct emerald-green vertical bars of C. erythromicron. It also has a more elongated, torpedo-shaped body.
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