How Many G Rasboras?

[mattyeatsmatts]

So I ask, how many Galaxy Rasboras can I have in here when its cycled fully?
Species only tank.

Tank: Juwel Rekord 700 @ 70 Litres
Filter : Turnover at 280l/h
Substrate: Eco-Complete
Decor: Bogwood, will be adding many more plants

Thanks

 

[Curiosity101]

I'd probably start with 20 and go from there, I reckon up to 30 would be fine. You might find it looks a bit empty though as they tend to stick to the bottom levels most of the time.

 

[mattyeatsmatts]

wow that many and there was me expecting 10 to be pushing it lol

 

[Curiosity101]

Well they do only grow to around 1" each, they're slim bodied and they're unlikely to breed in the tank unless you spcifically sectioned off some of it. So 20-30 seems reasonable with a good water change schedule, no overfeeding and plenty of plants.

 

[Cazgar]

I have 12 in a 40 litre, so 25+ I think would be ok.
As above, start with maybe 20
They do tend to stick to the lower level of the tank & are quite timid, so plenty of plants is best.
They don't like a strong flow from the filter, I have sponge filters in my tank