Blue Axelrodi Rasbora – Sundadanio axelrodi

Description

The Blue Axelrodi Rasbora (Sundadanio axelrodi) is a stunning nano fish prized for its brilliant iridescent blue coloration and peaceful schooling behavior. Although small in size, these fish create an incredible display as they shimmer with flashes of electric blue while swimming through densely planted aquariums. Their active nature and vibrant color make them a favorite among aquascaping enthusiasts and keepers of peaceful community aquariums.

Native to the blackwater streams and peat swamps of Southeast Asia, Blue Axelrodi Rasboras thrive in mature aquariums with gentle water flow, plenty of live plants, driftwood, and darker substrates that help bring out their metallic blue hues. They feel most secure when kept in schools of at least 8–10 individuals, where they’ll exhibit natural schooling behavior and become much more confident.

Their peaceful temperament makes them excellent companions for other nano fish such as Chili Rasboras, Emerald Dwarf Rasboras, Celestial Pearl Danios, Pygmy Corydoras, Otocinclus, and freshwater shrimp. Because of their tiny mouths, they do best on finely crushed flakes, nano pellets, baby brine shrimp, daphnia, cyclops, and other small live or frozen foods.

While they appreciate softer, slightly acidic water that resembles their natural habitat, Blue Axelrodi Rasboras adapt well to stable, well-maintained aquariums. Their dazzling blue coloration, calm disposition, and compatibility with planted aquariums make them one of the most beautiful schooling fish available for nano tanks.

Whether you’re creating a lush aquascape or looking to add movement and vibrant color to your freshwater aquarium, the Blue Axelrodi Rasbora is an outstanding choice.

Blue Axelrodi Rasbora Care

• Scientific Name: Sundadanio axelrodi
• Common Name: Blue Axelrodi Rasbora
• Care Level: Easy to Moderate
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Adult Size: 0.8–1 inch
• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons
• Diet: Omnivore
• Water Temperature: 72–80°F
• pH: 4.5–7.0
• Schooling: Yes — keep in groups of at least 8–10
• Compatibility: Excellent with peaceful nano fish and freshwater shrimp
• Origin: Borneo, Indonesia

At PicKFish Pets, our Blue Axelrodi Rasboras are quarantined and carefully observed before being offered for sale. We only offer healthy, active fish that are ready to become a vibrant addition to your planted aquarium or peaceful nano community.