Family: Cyprinidae
Pseudogyrinocheilus prochilus — a Cyprinidae from Guizhou, China, calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Reaches 21.9–32.1 cm; small groups recommended. 18–26 °C.
A Cyprinidae species native to Guizhou, China: Pseudogyrinocheilus prochilus lives bottom-dwelling over gravel. Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Adults reach 21.9–32.1 cm. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
Difficulty: moderate. Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Small groups recommended.
Set the heater to 18–26 °C and avoid swings. pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH suit it.
Expect 21.9–32.1 cm as an adult, living bottom-dwelling. A 500 L tank or larger gives it room.
Unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition. Feed two small meals a day rather than one large one.
Yes, with care. Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life — pair it with Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Compatible size and temperament and skip Fin-nippers — Constant stress.
Comes from Guizhou, China: clear streams and rivers over gravel. Expect moderate, well-oxygenated current and appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.
In the aquarium: spawns freely; remove parents to save the eggs. Males often slimmer and more colourful.