Rasbora and Similar Species
Rasbora
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Harlequin Rasbora
Trigonostigma heteromorpha
Key differences: Formerly Rasbora heteromorpha, now in Trigonostigma. Distinguished by its prominent black triangular or 'lambchop' shaped marking on the posterior half of the body. True Rasbora species typically have a more linear lateral stripe or less defined blotches.
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
Key differences: Formerly Rasbora brigittae, now in Boraras. Much smaller in size (typically under 2 cm) and possesses a distinct black lateral stripe with a bright red-orange stripe above it. Boraras species are generally much more diminutive than true Rasbora.
Dwarf Rasbora
Boraras maculatus
Key differences: Formerly Rasbora maculata, now in Boraras. Similar to Chili Rasbora in size, but typically has a series of distinct black spots along its flank rather than a continuous stripe. Again, significantly smaller than most true Rasbora species.
Lambchop Rasbora
Trigonostigma espei
Key differences: Similar to Harlequin Rasbora but with a more elongated, copper-colored body and a more slender, less pronounced black 'lambchop' marking. Also moved from Rasbora to Trigonostigma.
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