Hemiculterella wui

Family: Cyprinidae

Hemiculterella wui — a Cyprinidae freshwater fish. Reaches 12.8–18.8 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: 12.8–18.8 cm
Minimum tank: 424 L
Water layer: Bottom-dwelling
Difficulty: Moderate
Temperament: Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins

Species overview

A Cyprinidae species: Hemiculterella wui lives bottom-dwelling over gravel. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins. Adults reach 12.8–18.8 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Hemiculterella species we profile, alongside Hemiculterella sauvagei.

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 Hemiculterella wui 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 Hemiculterella wui need?

Aim for 18–26 °C. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin; 18–26 °C typical for the genus.

How big does Hemiculterella wui get, and what tank size?

Full size is 12.8–18.8 cm. Minimum tank: 424 L, with open swimming space along its bottom-dwelling habits.

What does Hemiculterella wui eat?

Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter. It forages naturally over fine gravel and sand, so let some food reach the bottom.

Can Hemiculterella wui 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 Hemiculterella wui come from?

Found in clear streams and rivers over gravel; expect moderate, well-oxygenated current and appreciates well-oxygenated water.

Does Hemiculterella wui jump?

Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.

How does Hemiculterella wui breed?

Egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.