Family: Cyprinidae
Fine-scaled yellowfin — a Cyprinidae from China, peaceful; keep with similar-sized calm tankmates. Reaches 52.5–77 cm; keep in a group of 4–6 for natural behaviour. 18–26 °C.
Plagiognathops microlepis is a Cyprinidae from China. In the wild it prefers clear streams and rivers over gravel; in the aquarium it stays peaceful. Plan on 52.5–77 cm of adult fish at 18–26 °C. In a community tank it pairs well with Robust schooling cyprinids.
A moderate-level species: peaceful; keep with similar-sized calm tankmates; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Hold 18–26 °C and keep it stable — 18–26 °C typical for the family. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin.
Full size is 52.5–77 cm. Minimum tank: 500 L, with open swimming space along its bottom-dwelling habits.
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular variety. Feed two small meals a day rather than one large one.
Yes, with care. Peaceful; keep with similar-sized calm tankmates — pair it with Robust schooling cyprinids — Add activity without conflict and skip Much larger predators — Risk at night.
Native to China, where it lives in clear streams and rivers over gravel. Moderate, well-oxygenated current; Appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Low escape risk, but a lid is cheap insurance.
In the aquarium: breeding is straightforward scatter-spawning. Males often slimmer and more colourful.