Reba Carp (Cirrhinus reba)

Family: Cyprinidae

Reba Carp — a Cyprinidae from Malaysia. Reaches 22.5–33 cm; keep at 22–26 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
22–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
22.5–33 cm
Minimum tank
500 L
Water layer
Bottom-dwelling
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins
Origin
Malaysia

Species overview

Cirrhinus reba is a Cyprinidae from Malaysia. In the wild it prefers clear streams and rivers over gravel; in the aquarium it stays mostly peaceful. Plan on 22.5–33 cm of adult fish at 22–26 °C. Related profiles: Cirrhinus molitorella, Cirrhinus cirrhosus, Cirrhinus jullieni.

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 Reba Carp 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 Reba Carp need?

Set the heater to 22–26 °C and avoid swings. pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH suit it.

How big does Reba Carp get, and what tank size?

Full size is 22.5–33 cm. Minimum tank: 500 L, with open swimming space along its bottom-dwelling habits.

What does Reba Carp eat?

Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter. Vary the menu — quality flakes or pellets plus frozen or live foods.

Can Reba Carp live with other fish?

Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins; shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more. Good company: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Keep away from Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.

Where does Reba Carp come from?

Comes from Malaysia: clear streams and rivers over gravel. Expect moderate, well-oxygenated current and appreciates well-oxygenated water.

Does Reba Carp jump?

Low escape risk, but a lid is cheap insurance.

How does Reba Carp breed?

In the aquarium: egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.