What size tank does a Indian Glassfish need?

Indian Glassfish needs a minimum of 10 gallons, with 15 gallons recommended. They are middle swimmers. Keep in groups of 5+.

Is Indian Glassfish good for beginners?

Indian Glassfish is rated "intermediate" difficulty (2/5). Great for beginners.

What fish are compatible with Indian Glassfish?

Indian Glassfish is peaceful. Compatible tank mates include other peaceful fish with similar water parameters (pH 7-8, temp 68-82°F).

Indian Glassfish

Parambassis ranga

Family: Ambassidae • Origin: Various

Indian Glassfish (Parambassis ranga) is a peaceful other reaching 3 inches. Keep in groups of 5+. Minimum tank size: 10 gallons.

Min Tank

10 gal

Max Size

Temperature

68-82°F

7-8

Lifespan

5 years

School Size

Swim Level

middle

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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Is Indian Glassfish Right for Your Tank?

Indian Glassfish is an excellent choice for beginners — rated "intermediate" difficulty (2/5). They're hardy, forgiving of minor water parameter fluctuations, and generally easy to feed. At just 10 gallons minimum, they work well in nano tanks and smaller setups.

With a peaceful temperament, Indian Glassfish makes a great community fish. They coexist well with other non-aggressive species of similar size. This is a schooling species — keep at least 5 together, or they may become stressed and display abnormal behavior. Expected lifespan: 5 years with proper care.

Common Mistakes with Indian Glassfish

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Keeping fewer than 5 together

Indian Glassfish is a schooling species — they need a group of at least 5 to feel secure. Lone or paired individuals become stressed, hide constantly, and may develop health issues or aggression.

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Relying on a heater without a thermometer

Indian Glassfish needs 68–82°F. Heaters malfunction or drift over time — always use a separate thermometer to verify. Temperature swings of even 3–4°F can trigger stress and disease, particularly ich.

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Putting them in a tank under 10 gallons

While 10 gallons is the minimum, nano tanks require more frequent water changes and leave less room for error. A slightly larger tank (15 gal) is much more forgiving.