Family: Cyprinidae
Acrossocheilus parallens — a Cyprinidae from southern Chinese mountain streams, mostly peaceful community fish. Reaches 15.8–23.1 cm; singly or in small groups depending on temperament. 15–25 °C.
Acrossocheilus parallens is a Cyprinidae from southern Chinese mountain streams. In the wild it prefers clear streams and rivers over gravel; in the aquarium it stays mostly peaceful community fish. Plan on 15.8–23.1 cm of adult fish at 15–25 °C. Related profiles: Acrossocheilus fasciatus, Acrossocheilus paradoxus, Acrossocheilus hemispinus.
A moderate-level species: mostly peaceful community fish; 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 15.8–23.1 cm; it is bottom-dwelling. Plan for at least 500 litres.
Accepts quality flakes, granules and frozen foods. Vary the menu — quality flakes or pellets plus frozen or live foods.
Yes, with care. Mostly peaceful community fish — pair it with Robust schooling cyprinids — Add activity without conflict and skip Much larger predators — Risk at night.
Its home waters are southern Chinese mountain streams — clear streams and rivers over gravel, with moderate, well-oxygenated current.
Low escape risk, but a lid is cheap insurance.
In the aquarium: egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.