species

Scarlet Badis

Dario dario

One of the smallest known percoid fish — males barely reach 0.8 inches with brilliant red and blue vertical banding. Incredibly shy and often outcompeted for food. Best in a species-only nano tank or with very gentle tank mates. Males are territorial but harmless.

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Scarlet Badis (Dario dario) — Shimmerscape