Black Stripe Gudgeon (Pungtungia herzi)

Familie: Cyprinidae

Black Stripe Gudgeon (Pungtungia herzi) ist ein Cyprinidae aus Japan; etwa 11.7–17.2 cm bei 18–26 °C.

Pflegeparameter

Temperatur
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH-Härte
5–15 dGH
Größe ausgewachsen
11.7–17.2 cm
Mindestaquarium
355 L
Schwimmebene
Bottom-dwelling
Schwierigkeit
Mittel
Charakter
Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life
Herkunft
Japan & Korea

Artübersicht

From the waters of Japan & Korea comes Pungtungia herzi, a member of the family Cyprinidae. A adaptable species that forgives beginner mistakes more readily than most. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 11.7–17.2 cm. Small groups recommended. Give it clean water and room to behave naturally, and it will largely care for itself. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. Best suited to a keeper who can match its natural water.

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
Small groups recommended
Fütterung
Unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition
Empfohlene Mitbewohner
  • Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Compatible size and temperament
Nicht vergesellschaften mit
  • Fin-nippers — Constant stress

Zucht & Hinweise

Geschlechtsdimorphismus
Males often slimmer and more colourful
Fortpflanzungsart
Spawns freely; remove parents to save the eggs