Chinese High-fin Banded Shark (Myxocyprinus asiaticus)

Family: Catostomidae

A peaceful omnivore catostomidae from China — advanced care.

Care parameters

Water temperature: 15–28 °C
pH: 6.5–7.5
GH hardness: 5–15 dGH
Adult length: 47.6–68 cm
Minimum tank: 500 L
Water layer: Bottom; rests and forages low; keep 3+
Difficulty: Advanced
Temperament: Peaceful
Origin: 东亚淡水水系

Species overview

A Catostomidae species: Myxocyprinus asiaticus lives bottom; rests and forages low; keep 3+ over large river channels with strong flow. Peaceful. Adults reach 47.6–68 cm. In a community tank it pairs well with Amur False Gudgeon, China-Bitterling.

Native biotope

Habitat: Large river channels with strong flow
Flow: Strong current with heavy aeration
Dissolved O₂: Demands high dissolved oxygen

Aquascape & hardware

Substrate: Fine sand
Hardscape: Driftwood, water-worn stones and shelters that mimic the native biotope
Plants: Hardy plants on hardscape; keep the floor open

Temperament, diet & tankmates

Schooling: Keep 3+; larger groups settle better
Diet: Omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety
Recommended tankmates: Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs
China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs
Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs
Avoid keeping with: Large aggressive cichlids — Bullying and injury risk
Known fin nippers — Constant stress and fin damage

Breeding & notes

Sexual dimorphism: 不明显；繁殖期雄鱼体色泛红
Breeding method: Egg-scatterer over fine plants; 野外春季溯流产卵；缸内无成熟繁殖方案

Frequently asked questions

Is Chinese High-fin Banded Shark easy to keep?

For experienced keepers. Peaceful; keep 3+; larger groups settle better.

What temperature and water chemistry does Chinese High-fin Banded Shark need?

Hold 15–28 °C and keep it stable — 15–28 °C recorded range. Standard heater to hold the mid-range steadily.

How big does Chinese High-fin Banded Shark get, and what tank size?

Adults reach 47.6–68 cm; it is bottom; rests and forages low; keep 3+. Plan for at least 500 litres.

What does Chinese High-fin Banded Shark eat?

Omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety. Vary the menu — quality flakes or pellets plus frozen or live foods.

Can Chinese High-fin Banded Shark live with other fish?

Peaceful; keep 3+; larger groups settle better. Good company: Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs, China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs, Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs. Keep away from Large aggressive cichlids — Bullying and injury risk, Known fin nippers — Constant stress and fin damage.

Where does Chinese High-fin Banded Shark come from?

Native to 东亚淡水水系, where it lives in large river channels with strong flow. Strong current with heavy aeration; Demands high dissolved oxygen.

How does Chinese High-fin Banded Shark breed?

Egg-scatterer over fine plants; 野外春季溯流产卵；缸内无成熟繁殖方案. 不明显；繁殖期雄鱼体色泛红.