Family: Cyprinidae
cá ngựa bắc — a Cyprinidae from Lancang River, Yunnan, China, calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Reaches 30.4–44.6 cm; small groups recommended. 18–26 °C.
Folifer brevifilis is a Cyprinidae from Lancang River, Yunnan, China. 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 30.4–44.6 cm of adult fish at 18–26 °C. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
Difficulty: moderate. Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Small groups recommended.
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 30.4–44.6 cm. Minimum tank: 500 L, with open swimming space along its active throughout the water column habits.
Unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition. Feed two small meals a day rather than one large one.
Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life; small groups recommended. Good company: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Compatible size and temperament. Keep away from Fin-nippers — Constant stress.
Native to Lancang River, Yunnan, China, where it lives in clear streams and rivers over gravel. Moderate, well-oxygenated current; Appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.
Spawns freely; remove parents to save the eggs. Males often slimmer and more colourful.