Longfin Horse-Mouth (Opsariichthys evolans)

Familie: Cyprinidae

Longfin Horse-Mouth (Opsariichthys evolans) ist ein Cyprinidae aus its native waters; etwa 6.8–9.9 cm bei 10–20 °C.

Pflegeparameter

Temperatur
10–20 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH-Härte
5–15 dGH
Größe ausgewachsen
6.8–9.9 cm
Mindestaquarium
118 L
Schwimmebene
Bottom-dwelling
Schwierigkeit
Mittel
Charakter
Mostly peaceful community fish
Herkunft
eastern Chinese streams

Artübersicht

Opsariichthys evolans is a Cyprinidae from eastern Chinese streams. Its calm temperament and broad diet make it one of the more forgiving residents of a community tank. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 6.8–9.9 cm. Singly or in small groups depending on temperament. Stable water, regular partial changes and a varied diet cover nearly everything it needs. Maintain 10–20 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. Water quality and diet matter more than décor.

Natürlicher Lebensraum

Lebensraum
Clear streams and rivers over gravel
Strömung
Moderate, well-oxygenated current
Gelöster Sauerstoff
Appreciates well-oxygenated water

Aquascaping & Technik

Substrat
Fine gravel and sand
Harte Dekoration
Water-worn stones and driftwood
Pflanzen
Hardy rooted plants along the margins

Charakter, Fütterung & Vergesellschaftung

Schwarmverhalten
Singly or in small groups depending on temperament
Fütterung
Accepts quality flakes, granules and frozen foods
Empfohlene Mitbewohner
  • Robust schooling cyprinids — Add activity without conflict
Nicht vergesellschaften mit
  • Much larger predators — Risk at night

Zucht & Hinweise

Geschlechtsdimorphismus
Males often slimmer and more colourful
Fortpflanzungsart
Egg-scatterer; no parental care