Family: Cyprinidae
Mud Carp — a Cyprinidae from China & Indochina, peaceful; keep with similar-sized calm tankmates. Reaches 41.2–60.5 cm; keep in a group of 4–6 for natural behaviour. 22–26 °C.
Cirrhinus molitorella is a Cyprinidae from China & Indochina. In the wild it prefers clear streams and rivers over gravel; in the aquarium it stays peaceful. Plan on 41.2–60.5 cm of adult fish at 22–26 °C. Related profiles: Cirrhinus cirrhosus, Cirrhinus jullieni, Cirrhinus microlepis.
Difficulty: moderate. Peaceful; keep with similar-sized calm tankmates. Keep in a group of 4–6 for natural behaviour.
Hold 22–26 °C and keep it stable — 22–26 °C recorded range. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin.
Adults reach 41.2–60.5 cm; it is bottom-dwelling. Plan for at least 500 litres.
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular variety. It forages naturally over fine gravel and sand, so let some food reach the bottom.
Peaceful; keep with similar-sized calm tankmates; keep in a group of 4–6 for natural behaviour. Good company: Robust schooling cyprinids — Add activity without conflict. Keep away from Much larger predators — Risk at night.
Comes from China & Indochina: 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.
Breeding is straightforward scatter-spawning. Males often slimmer and more colourful.