Family: Cyprinidae
Amur ide — a Cyprinidae from Amur basin, calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Reaches 27.8–40.7 cm; small groups recommended. 10–20 °C.
Leuciscus waleckii is a Cyprinidae from Amur basin. In the wild it prefers clear streams and rivers over gravel; in the aquarium it stays calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Plan on 27.8–40.7 cm of adult fish at 10–20 °C. In a community tank it pairs well with Robust schooling cyprinids.
A moderate-level species: calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Set the heater to 10–20 °C and avoid swings. pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH suit it.
Full size is 27.8–40.7 cm. Minimum tank: 500 L, with open swimming space along its bottom-dwelling habits.
Unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition. Feed two small meals a day rather than one large one.
Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life; small groups recommended. Good company: Robust schooling cyprinids — Add activity without conflict. Keep away from Much larger predators — Risk at night.
Comes from Amur basin: clear streams and rivers over gravel. Expect moderate, well-oxygenated current and appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Low escape risk, but a lid is cheap insurance.
Spawns freely; remove parents to save the eggs. Males often slimmer and more colourful.