Acrossocheilus beijiangensis

Family: Cyprinidae

Acrossocheilus beijiangensis — a Cyprinidae freshwater fish. Reaches 9.8–14.4 cm; keep at 15–25 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
15–25 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
9.8–14.4 cm
Minimum tank
249 L
Water layer
Active throughout the water column
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins

Species overview

A Cyprinidae species: Acrossocheilus beijiangensis lives active throughout the water column over gravel. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins. Adults reach 9.8–14.4 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Acrossocheilus species we profile, alongside Acrossocheilus fasciatus, Acrossocheilus paradoxus, Acrossocheilus hemispinus.

Native biotope

Habitat
Clear streams and rivers over gravel
Flow
Moderate, well-oxygenated current
Dissolved O₂
Appreciates well-oxygenated water

Aquascape & hardware

Substrate
Fine gravel and sand
Hardscape
Water-worn stones and driftwood
Plants
Hardy rooted plants along the margins

Temperament, diet & tankmates

Schooling
Shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more
Diet
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter
Recommended tankmates
  • Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs
Avoid keeping with
  • Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates

Breeding & notes

Sexual dimorphism
Males often slimmer and more colourful
Breeding method
Egg-scatterer; no parental care

Frequently asked questions

Is Acrossocheilus beijiangensis easy to keep?

Difficulty: moderate. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins. Shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more.

What temperature and water chemistry does Acrossocheilus beijiangensis need?

Set the heater to 15–25 °C and avoid swings. pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH suit it.

How big does Acrossocheilus beijiangensis get, and what tank size?

Expect 9.8–14.4 cm as an adult, living active throughout the water column. A 249 L tank or larger gives it room.

What does Acrossocheilus beijiangensis eat?

Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter. Feed two small meals a day rather than one large one.

Can Acrossocheilus beijiangensis live with other fish?

Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins. Recommended tankmates: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Avoid Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.

Where does Acrossocheilus beijiangensis come from?

Its habitat is clear streams and rivers over gravel — moderate, well-oxygenated current, appreciates well-oxygenated water.

Does Acrossocheilus beijiangensis jump?

Low escape risk, but a lid is cheap insurance.

How does Acrossocheilus beijiangensis breed?

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