Liobagrus Nantoensis (Liobagrus formosanus)

Family: Amblycipitidae

Liobagrus Nantoensis — a Amblycipitidae freshwater fish. Reaches 6.4–9.5 cm; keep at 20–26 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
20–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
6.4–9.5 cm
Minimum tank
108 L
Water layer
Bottom-dwelling
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful community fish

Species overview

A Amblycipitidae species: Liobagrus formosanus lives bottom-dwelling over warm freshwater streams and lakes. Peaceful community fish. Adults reach 6.4–9.5 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Liobagrus species we profile, alongside Liobagrus anguillicauda, Liobagrus marginatus, Liobagrus mediadiposalis.

Native biotope

Habitat
Warm freshwater streams and lakes
Flow
Still to gentle current
Dissolved O₂
Moderate oxygen levels

Aquascape & hardware

Substrate
Fine sand and gravel
Hardscape
Driftwood and smooth stones
Plants
Hardy common aquarium plants

Temperament, diet & tankmates

Schooling
Small groups recommended
Diet
Omnivore; quality prepared foods
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
Subtle external differences
Breeding method
Not documented in home aquaria

Frequently asked questions

Is Liobagrus formosanus easy to keep?

A moderate-level species: peaceful community fish; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.

What temperature and water chemistry does Liobagrus formosanus need?

Hold 20–26 °C and keep it stable — 20–26 °C typical for the genus. Stable temperature matching the species origin.

How big does Liobagrus formosanus get, and what tank size?

Adults reach 6.4–9.5 cm; it is bottom-dwelling. Plan for at least 108 litres.

What does Liobagrus formosanus eat?

Omnivore; quality prepared foods. Feed two small meals a day rather than one large one.

Can Liobagrus formosanus live with other fish?

Peaceful community fish; small groups recommended. 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 Liobagrus formosanus come from?

Found in warm freshwater streams and lakes; expect still to gentle current and moderate oxygen levels.

Does Liobagrus formosanus jump?

Low escape risk, but a lid is cheap insurance.

How does Liobagrus formosanus breed?

In the aquarium: not documented in home aquaria. Subtle external differences.