Scalloped Glassfish
NameScalloped Glassfish
Scientific NameParambassis pulcinella
Common NamesScalloped Glassfish, Humphead Glassfish, Bubblehead Glassfish
FamilyAmbassidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Myanmar, Thailand
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesRasboras, Danios, Smaller Barbs, Peaceful Loaches, Corydoras Catfish, Other peaceful community fish
Description
The Scalloped Glassfish (*Parambassis pulcinella*) is a unique freshwater fish from Southeast Asia, known for its translucent body and, in males, a distinctive nuchal hump. These peaceful schooling fish thrive in clear, flowing water environments and prefer to be kept in groups.
