Description
Indian Glass Fish (Parambassis ranga)
📌 Basic Info
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Scientific Name: Parambassis ranga
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Family: Ambassidae
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Origin: South Asia (India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar)
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Size: 2.5 – 3 inches (6 – 8 cm)
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Lifespan: 3 – 4 years
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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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Transparent body where bones and organs are visible, giving a “glass-like” appearance.
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Peaceful schooling fish, best kept in groups of 5 or more.
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Sensitive to poor water quality; requires clean, well-maintained aquariums.
🍽️ Food
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Type: Omnivorous
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Diet: Small flakes, micro-pellets, live/frozen foods (brine shrimp, daphnia, mosquito larvae).
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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 for a school.
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Filtration: Gentle to moderate; prefers calm waters.
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Decor: Plants, rocks, driftwood; provide shaded hiding areas.
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Water Changes: 25% weekly.
👥 Social Behavior
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Shoaling species; thrives in groups.
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Peaceful, compatible with other small, non-aggressive fish.
✅ Do’s
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Keep in schools of 5–6+ for comfort.
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Maintain stable and clean water.
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Provide plants and hiding spaces.
❌ Don’ts
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Don’t keep with aggressive or large tank mates.
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Avoid sudden changes in water quality.
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Don’t house singly; they become stressed.
⭐ Quick Tips
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A unique transparent fish, excellent for peaceful community aquariums.
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Sensitive, so best for intermediate aquarists.
