Where Does Galaxy Rasbora Live?

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

Where to find Galaxy Rasbora

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Shallow, typically less than 1 meter

Environment

Small, densely vegetated ponds, swamps, and slow-moving streams within the Salween River basin. These habitats are often characterized by clear water, a muddy or silty substrate, and abundant aquatic plants (e.g., Elodea, Cryptocoryne, Limnophila) and submerged leaf litter. They prefer areas with minimal water flow and stable temperatures.

Geographic range

Endemic to a small area in northern Myanmar (Burma), specifically within the Salween River basin, primarily in the Shan State. Initial discoveries were made near Hopong and Pindaya.

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