Family: Cyprinidae
A peaceful omnivore cyprinidae from the upper Yangtze in China (Sichuan) — beginner-friendly.
Gobiocypris rarus is a Cyprinidae from upper Yangtze, China. In the wild it prefers clear streams, rivers and still waters; in the aquarium it stays peaceful. Plan on 4.1–5.9 cm of adult fish at 18–26 °C. In a community tank it pairs well with Amur False Gudgeon, China-Bitterling.
Difficulty: easy. Peaceful. Keep 6+; larger groups settle better.
Aim for 18–26 °C. Standard heater to hold the mid-range steadily; community-standard range; verify locally.
Full size is 4.1–5.9 cm. Minimum tank: 59 L, with open swimming space along its mid-water swimmer; keep 6+ habits.
Omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety. Feed two small meals a day rather than one large one.
Yes, with care. Peaceful — pair it with Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs, China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs, Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs and skip Large aggressive cichlids — Bullying and injury risk, Known fin nippers — Constant stress and fin damage.
Native to upper Yangtze, China, where it lives in clear streams, rivers and still waters. Moderate flow; Average oxygen needs.
In the aquarium: spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes. Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied.