Family: Cyprinidae
Labeo yunnanensis — a Cyprinidae from China. Reaches 45–66 cm; keep at 21–27 °C.
Labeo yunnanensis, a member of the family Cyprinidae, comes from China, where it inhabits clear streams and rivers over gravel. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins and omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter, it grows to 45–66 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 21–27 °C range. Other Labeo species in our database include Labeo bata, Labeo boggut, Labeo calbasu.
Intermediate difficulty. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins; shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more.
Hold 21–27 °C and keep it stable — 21.0–27.0 °C typical for the genus. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin.
Adults reach 45–66 cm; it is active throughout the water column. Plan for at least 500 litres.
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter. It forages naturally over fine gravel and sand, so let some food reach the bottom.
Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins. Recommended tankmates: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Avoid Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Comes from China: clear streams and rivers over gravel. Expect moderate, well-oxygenated current and appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.
Egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.