Family: Cyprinidae
Abbottina obtusirostris — a Cyprinidae from China, calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Reaches 8.2–12 cm; small groups recommended. 18–26 °C.
Abbottina obtusirostris, a member of the family Cyprinidae, comes from China, where it inhabits clear streams and rivers over gravel. Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life and unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition, it grows to 8.2–12 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 18–26 °C range. Other Abbottina species in our database include Abbottina rivularis, Abbottina liaoningensis.
A moderate-level species: calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Hold 18–26 °C and keep it stable — 18–26 °C typical for the genus. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin.
Full size is 8.2–12 cm. Minimum tank: 173 L, with open swimming space along its bottom-dwelling habits.
Unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition. It forages naturally over fine gravel and sand, so let some food reach the bottom.
Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life; small groups recommended. Good company: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Compatible size and temperament. Keep away from Fin-nippers — Constant stress.
Native to China, where it lives in clear streams and rivers over gravel. Moderate, well-oxygenated current; Appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.
Spawns freely; remove parents to save the eggs. Males often slimmer and more colourful.