Description
Lambchop Rasbora (Trigonostigma espei) – Subtle Elegance with a Signature Mark
The Lambchop Rasbora, also known as the False Harlequin Rasbora, is a graceful and peaceful schooling fish ideal for planted community aquariums. Named for the distinctive black, lambchop-shaped marking on its coppery-orange body, this small species adds warmth and harmony to any setup. Native to the slow-moving streams and peat swamps of Southeast Asia, it thrives in soft, slightly acidic water with plenty of cover.
When kept in groups, Lambchop Rasboras exhibit vibrant schooling behavior, often swimming in unison and displaying their elegant markings to full effect.
Key Features:
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Latin Name: Trigonostigma espei
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Common Name: Lambchop Rasbora
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Coloration: Coppery orange body with a distinct black “lambchop” mark
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Temperament: Peaceful, social, and active
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Size: Up to 1.2 inches
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Tank Requirements: Minimum 10 gallons; soft, slightly acidic water with plants and open swimming space
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Diet: Omnivorous—quality micro pellets, flakes, and frozen foods like daphnia or baby brine shrimp
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Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks; keep in groups of 6 or more
Tips:
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A darker substrate and gentle lighting help enhance their natural colors.
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Regular water changes keep them healthy and vibrant.
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Provide a planted environment with open space for schooling.
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Avoid pairing with aggressive or much larger tankmates.
Why Choose This Fish?
The Lambchop Rasbora brings subtle beauty and calm energy to planted aquariums. Its peaceful nature, distinctive appearance, and active schooling behavior make it a favorite among aquarists looking for both visual interest and harmony in their community tank.
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Local Delivery
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
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🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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