{"product_id":"scissortail-rasbora","title":"Scissortail Rasbora | Juvenile | 3-4 cm | Price Per Fish ₹250\/-","description":"\u003ch1\u003e🐟 Scissortail Rasbora – Active Schooling Fish\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRasbora trilineata\u003c\/em\u003e | Elegant fast-swimming community schooling fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd graceful movement and constant activity to your aquarium with \u003cstrong\u003eScissortail Rasboras\u003c\/strong\u003e — a peaceful schooling species admired for their streamlined body, shimmering silver coloration, and distinctive scissor-like tail movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fish are highly active mid-water swimmers that create a dynamic and natural display when kept in groups, making them an excellent choice for larger planted and community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✨ Why aquarists love Scissortail Rasboras\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eElegant schooling behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e — active synchronized swimming throughout the tank\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive tail movement\u003c\/strong\u003e — unique “scissoring” motion while swimming\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003ePeaceful temperament\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for community aquariums\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eShimmering silver appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e — subtle yet highly attractive in planted setups\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eHardy and adaptable species\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for a wide range of aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🌍 About the species\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRasbora trilineata\u003c\/em\u003e originates from Southeast Asia, where it inhabits calm rivers and slow-moving waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fish are known for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuous schooling activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast but peaceful swimming behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetallic silver body coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinct forked tail movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong compatibility with community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen maintained in groups, they create a lively and natural mid-water display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🏡 Ideal aquarium setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScissortail Rasboras thrive best in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger community tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen swimming areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable filtration and water flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroups of 6 or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended setup:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90 liters or larger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong swimming space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful tankmates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable tropical water conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Compatibility notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScissortail Rasboras are peaceful and social fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot ideal with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge aggressive cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePredatory fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely territorial species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery small nano tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ Community aquariums\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Planted tanks\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Larger schooling fish setups\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Peaceful tropical communities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🚚 Professionally packed for live arrival\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery shipment is treated as a \u003cstrong\u003elive biological transport\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a standard parcel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour fish are packed using:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOxygen-filled fish bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature-insulated packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShock-absorbing thermocol protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFastest safe transport routes available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis minimizes transit stress and improves live arrival success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🛡️ Live Arrival Guaranteed*\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstant Refund for DoAs in accordance with our Refund Policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 You are not taking the risk alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🧭 Is this right for you?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ You want an active and elegant schooling fish\u003cbr\u003e✔️ You are building a peaceful community aquarium\u003cbr\u003e✔️ You enjoy natural synchronized swimming behavior\u003cbr\u003e✔️ You want movement and activity without aggression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Not ideal if:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour aquarium is very small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou keep highly aggressive fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer slow-moving centerpiece species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour tank lacks open swimming space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🔬 Nero Labs Standard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fish are maintained with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControlled batch monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObservation-based selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStress-aware handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurvival-focused transport preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe prioritize long-term stability and health over bulk-volume movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e👉 Add elegant schooling movement to your aquarium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the natural flow and active schooling beauty of \u003cstrong\u003eScissortail Rasboras\u003c\/strong\u003e from Nero Labs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScissortail Rasbora (\u003cem\u003eRasbora trilineata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scissortail Rasbora (\u003cem\u003eRasbora trilineata\u003c\/em\u003e), offered by Nero Labs, is a selectively maintained ornamental cyprinid recognized for its elongated, streamlined body, reflective silver coloration, and distinctive forked caudal fin marked with bold black striping. Native to large rivers and floodplain systems of Southeast Asia, this species is adapted for continuous midwater swimming and exhibits strong schooling behaviour in open, well-oxygenated environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody coloration presents as bright silver to pale metallic grey with subtle horizontal striping along the flanks. The deeply forked tail, edged with contrasting black bands, creates the characteristic “scissor” visual effect during movement. Behaviour is active yet non-aggressive, with coordinated group swimming observed when maintained in appropriate numbers. Colour clarity and fin contrast improve with maturity, high water quality, and ample swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividuals supplied are lab-reared and system-acclimated within controlled, closed-system environments, reducing early-life stress and supporting predictable long-term adaptation to established aquaria. This lineage represents domesticated ornamental stock maintained for display reliability and aquarium suitability rather than wild ecological performance or conservation deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSystem \u0026amp; Rearing Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e In-house, Nero Labs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRearing environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Controlled, closed system\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selectively maintained ornamental rasbora lineage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, active, strongly schooling\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivorous; readily accepts prepared and supplemental feeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midwater, continuous open-space swimmer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour development:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stable; enhanced under high oxygenation and low-stress conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor variation in body length, tail stripe sharpness, and silver sheen may occur between individuals and reflects normal biological diversity within maintained ornamental populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailability \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability of Scissortail Rasboras is cycle-dependent and aligned with biological readiness and system capacity rather than commercial inventory targets. This species is recommended for intermediate aquarists capable of providing adequate tank length, open swimming areas, and stable water parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited for large ornamental community aquaria, river-style displays, and mixed-species tanks with similarly active, non-aggressive fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScissortail Rasboras require significant horizontal swimming space and benefit from group housing to prevent stress-related behaviour. Confined or overcrowded systems may result in erratic swimming and reduced fin quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEthical \u0026amp; Operational Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistribution of Scissortail Rasboras through Nero Labs emphasizes organism welfare, closed-system integrity, and responsible management of active schooling cyprinids. 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