Pseudobagrus crassilabris

Family: Bagridae

Pseudobagrus crassilabris — a Bagridae from China, peaceful; most activity happens after dark. Reaches 24.4–35.8 cm; keep bottom stock light — they share one floor. 15–25 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
15–25 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
24.4–35.8 cm
Minimum tank
500 L
Water layer
Bottom-dwelling
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful; most activity happens after dark
Origin
China

Species overview

A Bagridae species native to China: Pseudobagrus crassilabris lives bottom-dwelling over sand and mud. Peaceful; most activity happens after dark. Adults reach 24.4–35.8 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Pseudobagrus species we profile, alongside Pseudobagrus vachellii, Pseudobagrus pratti, Pseudobagrus truncatus.

Native biotope

Habitat
Large rivers over sand and mud
Flow
Moderate current
Dissolved O₂
High oxygen appreciated

Aquascape & hardware

Substrate
Fine sand
Hardscape
Large caves and driftwood
Plants
Not essential

Temperament, diet & tankmates

Schooling
Keep bottom stock light — they share one floor
Diet
Omnivorous scavenger — sinking pellets, frozen and vegetable foods
Recommended tankmates
  • Mid-water schooling fish — Use the space catfish ignore
Avoid keeping with
  • Fast surface feeders — Leave nothing for the bottom

Breeding & notes

Sexual dimorphism
Females plumper
Breeding method
Spawning rarely seen; presumed crevice egg-layer

Frequently asked questions

Is Pseudobagrus crassilabris easy to keep?

A moderate-level species: peaceful; most activity happens after dark; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.

What temperature and water chemistry does Pseudobagrus crassilabris need?

Hold 15–25 °C and keep it stable — 15–25 °C recorded range. Stable temperate range.

How big does Pseudobagrus crassilabris get, and what tank size?

Expect 24.4–35.8 cm as an adult, living bottom-dwelling. A 500 L tank or larger gives it room.

What does Pseudobagrus crassilabris eat?

Omnivorous scavenger — sinking pellets, frozen and vegetable foods. Feed two small meals a day rather than one large one.

Can Pseudobagrus crassilabris live with other fish?

Peaceful; most activity happens after dark. Recommended tankmates: Mid-water schooling fish — Use the space catfish ignore. Avoid Fast surface feeders — Leave nothing for the bottom.

Where does Pseudobagrus crassilabris come from?

Its home waters are China — large rivers over sand and mud, with moderate current.

How does Pseudobagrus crassilabris breed?

Spawning rarely seen; presumed crevice egg-layer. Females plumper.