Description
Painted Glass Fish (Dyed Indian Glass Fish)
📌 Basic Info
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Scientific Name: Parambassis ranga (dyed variety)
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Family: Ambassidae
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Origin: Same as Indian Glass Fish (South Asia)
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Size: 2.5 – 3 inches (6 – 8 cm)
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Lifespan: 2 – 3 years (shorter due to artificial dyeing)
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Tank Zone: Mid to bottom
🌊 Water Parameters
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TDS: 150 – 300 ppm
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pH: 6.5 – 7.5
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Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F)
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Hardness: 5 – 12 dGH
🐟 Characteristics
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Same as Indian Glass Fish but artificially injected with fluorescent dyes (pink, blue, green, yellow).
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Dyed colors may fade over time.
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More fragile than natural variety due to stress from dyeing process.
🍽️ Food
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Type: Omnivorous
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Diet: Flakes, micro-pellets, live/frozen foods (daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworms).
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Feeding Schedule: 2–3 times daily in small amounts.
🛠️ Tank Setup & Maintenance
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Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons.
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Filtration: Gentle; avoid strong currents.
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Decor: Plants, driftwood, shaded areas.
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Water Changes: 25% weekly; clean water is vital.
👥 Social Behavior
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Peaceful, shoaling fish.
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Best kept in groups of 5 or more.
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Suitable with small community fish.
✅ Do’s
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Keep in groups for security.
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Maintain stress-free environment.
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Provide hiding areas.
❌ Don’ts
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Don’t expose to aggressive fish.
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Avoid poor water conditions; they are extra sensitive.
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Don’t expect dye colors to remain vibrant long-term.
⭐ Quick Tips
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Attractive but controversial fish due to artificial dyeing.
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Needs extra care and clean environment for survival.
