Haifeng Sleeper (Odontobutis haifengensis)

Family: Odontobutidae

Haifeng Sleeper — a Odontobutidae freshwater fish. Reaches 8–11.8 cm; keep at 18–26 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
8–11.8 cm
Minimum tank
167 L
Water layer
Middle of the water column
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful community fish

Species overview

A Odontobutidae species: Odontobutis haifengensis lives middle of the water column over warm freshwater streams and lakes. Peaceful community fish. Adults reach 8–11.8 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Odontobutis species we profile, alongside Odontobutis potamophila, Odontobutis sinensis, Odontobutis obscura.

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 Haifeng Sleeper easy to keep?

Intermediate difficulty. Peaceful community fish; small groups recommended.

What temperature and water chemistry does Haifeng Sleeper need?

Set the heater to 18–26 °C and avoid swings. pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH suit it.

How big does Haifeng Sleeper get, and what tank size?

Full size is 8–11.8 cm. Minimum tank: 167 L, with open swimming space along its middle of the water column habits.

What does Haifeng Sleeper eat?

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

Can Haifeng Sleeper live with other fish?

Yes, with care. Peaceful community fish — pair it with Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs and skip Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.

Where does Haifeng Sleeper come from?

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

Does Haifeng Sleeper jump?

Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.

How does Haifeng Sleeper breed?

Not documented in home aquaria. Subtle external differences.