Glyptothorax longjiangensis

Family: Sisoridae

Glyptothorax longjiangensis — a Sisoridae freshwater fish. Reaches 8.1–11.9 cm; keep at 18–26 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
8.1–11.9 cm
Minimum tank
170 L
Water layer
Bottom-dwelling
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful; territorial over perches

Species overview

A Sisoridae species: Glyptothorax longjiangensis lives bottom-dwelling over mountain torrents clinging to boulders. Peaceful; territorial over perches. Adults reach 8.1–11.9 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Glyptothorax species we profile, alongside Glyptothorax sinensis, Glyptothorax fokiensis, Glyptothorax hainanensis.

Native biotope

Habitat
Mountain torrents clinging to boulders
Flow
Very strong current, highly oxygenated
Dissolved O₂
Requires very high dissolved oxygen

Aquascape & hardware

Substrate
Bare smooth rock
Hardscape
Large boulders forming crevices
Plants
Minimal

Temperament, diet & tankmates

Schooling
Small groups with enough perches
Diet
Herbivorous-leaning omnivore
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
Unclear
Breeding method
Unknown in aquaria

Frequently asked questions

Is Glyptothorax longjiangensis easy to keep?

Difficulty: moderate. Peaceful; territorial over perches. Small groups with enough perches.

What temperature and water chemistry does Glyptothorax longjiangensis need?

Set the heater to 18–26 °C and avoid swings. pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH suit it.

How big does Glyptothorax longjiangensis get, and what tank size?

Full size is 8.1–11.9 cm. Minimum tank: 170 L, with open swimming space along its bottom-dwelling habits.

What does Glyptothorax longjiangensis eat?

Herbivorous-leaning omnivore. It forages naturally over bare smooth rock, so let some food reach the bottom.

Can Glyptothorax longjiangensis live with other fish?

Yes, with care. Peaceful; territorial over perches — pair it with Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs and skip Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.

Where does Glyptothorax longjiangensis come from?

Found in mountain torrents clinging to boulders; expect very strong current, highly oxygenated and requires very high dissolved oxygen.

How does Glyptothorax longjiangensis breed?

Unknown in aquaria. Unclear.