Family: Cyprinidae
Albulichthys albuloides — a Cyprinidae freshwater fish. Reaches 22.5–33 cm; keep at 18–26 °C.
Albulichthys albuloides is a Cyprinidae. In the aquarium it stays mostly peaceful. Plan on 22.5–33 cm of adult fish at 18–26 °C. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
Intermediate difficulty. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins; shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more.
Hold 18–26 °C and keep it stable — 18–26 °C typical for the family. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin.
Full size is 22.5–33 cm. Minimum tank: 500 L, with open swimming space along its active throughout the water column habits.
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter. It forages naturally over fine gravel and sand, so let some food reach the bottom.
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.
Found in clear streams and rivers over gravel; expect moderate, well-oxygenated current and appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Not a noted jumper — a standard cover still keeps dust and spray in.
Egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.