Asian Rummy Nose Rasbora Sawbwa Resplendens

The Asian Rummy Nose Rasbora (Sawbwa resplendens) is a small, elegant schooling fish native to Myanmar. It is best known for its slender silver body and the distinctive red to orange coloration on the snout, which gives rise to its common name.

Unlike true Rummy Nose Tetras, this species is more delicate and refined in appearance, making it particularly well suited to planted aquariums and aquascapes. When kept in stable conditions and proper group sizes, Asian Rummy Nose Rasboras display graceful schooling behaviour and subtle, shimmering beauty. Physical Characteristics

Adult Size: Approximately 3–4 cm (1.2–1.6 inches)

Coloration: Silver to pale blue body with red to orange nose

Body Shape: Slender, elongated rasbora profile

Sexual Dimorphism:

Males are slimmer and may show slightly more colour

Females are rounder, especially when mature Behaviour & Temperament

Temperament: Peaceful

Tank Level: Mid-water

Schooling Behaviour: Should be kept in groups of 6 or more

Activity Level: Calm to moderately active Suitable Tank Mates

Other peaceful tetras

Rasboras

Corydoras catfish

Dwarf cichlids (peaceful species)

Gouramis (non-aggressive species)

Avoid:

Aggressive fish

Fin-nippers Breeding Information

Spawning Type: Egg scatterer

Breeding Setup:

Soft, slightly acidic water

Fine-leaved plants or spawning mops

Parental Care: None

Notes: Adults may eat eggs; separation required for breeding Special Considerations

Sensitive to poor water quality

Best suited to mature, well-cycled aquariums

Colour fades quickly in stressed or unstable conditions

Prefers gentle water flow Aquarium Requirements

Minimum Tank Size: 60 litres

Water Temperature: 22–28°C

pH Range: 5.5–7.5

Water Hardness: 2–10 dGH

Substrate: Sand or fine grave

Decor: Live plants, driftwood, shaded areas

Filtration: Moderate, well-maintained

Lighting: Moderate; plants help diffuse brightness Diet & Feeding

Diet Type: Omnivore

Recommended Foods:

High-quality flakes or micro pellets

Frozen foods such as daphnia and brine shrimp

Occasional live foods for conditioning

Feeding Frequency: Once or twice daily in small portions

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