Family: Cyprinidae
Acrossocheilus iridescens — a Cyprinidae from southern Chinese mountain streams, calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Reaches 22.3–32.7 cm; small groups recommended. 15–25 °C.
Acrossocheilus iridescens is a Cyprinidae from southern Chinese mountain streams. In the wild it prefers clear streams and rivers over gravel; in the aquarium it stays calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Plan on 22.3–32.7 cm of adult fish at 15–25 °C. Related profiles: Acrossocheilus fasciatus, Acrossocheilus paradoxus, Acrossocheilus hemispinus.
A moderate-level species: calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Set the heater to 15–25 °C and avoid swings. pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH suit it.
Adults reach 22.3–32.7 cm; it is active throughout the water column. Plan for at least 500 litres.
Unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition. It forages naturally over fine gravel and sand, so let some food reach the bottom.
Yes, with care. Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life — pair it with Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Compatible size and temperament and skip Fin-nippers — Constant stress.
Its home waters are southern Chinese mountain streams — clear streams and rivers over gravel, with moderate, well-oxygenated current.
Not a noted jumper — a standard cover still keeps dust and spray in.
Spawns freely; remove parents to save the eggs. Males often slimmer and more colourful.