Large-eye Chinese Bream — a Cyprinidae from southern China, peaceful; keep with similar-sized calm tankmates. Reaches 13.7–20.1 cm; keep in a group of 4–6 for natural behaviour. 18–26 °C.
Care parameters
Water temperature
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
13.7–20.1 cm
Minimum tank
485 L
Water layer
Active throughout the water column
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful; keep with similar-sized calm tankmates
Origin
southern China
Species overview
Cyprinidae species Sinibrama macrops comes from southern China. A adaptable species that forgives beginner mistakes more readily than most. It uses the whole water column. Adults reach 13.7–20.1 cm. Keep in a group of 4–6 for natural behaviour. Give it clean water and room to behave naturally, and it will largely care for itself. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. Water quality and diet matter more than décor.
Native biotope
Habitat
Clear streams and rivers over gravel
Flow
Moderate, well-oxygenated current
Dissolved O₂
Appreciates well-oxygenated water
Aquascape & hardware
Substrate
Fine gravel and sand
Hardscape
Water-worn stones and driftwood
Plants
Hardy rooted plants along the margins
Temperament, diet & tankmates
Schooling
Keep in a group of 4–6 for natural behaviour
Diet
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular variety
Recommended tankmates
Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Compatible size and temperament