Family: Cyprinidae
Khanka Gudgeon — a Cyprinidae from Lake Khanka basin, calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Reaches 14.1–20.7 cm; small groups recommended. 18–26 °C.
Squalidus chankaensis, a member of the family Cyprinidae, comes from Lake Khanka basin, where it inhabits clear streams and rivers over gravel. Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life and unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition, it grows to 14.1–20.7 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 18–26 °C range. Other Squalidus species in our database include Squalidus argentatus, Squalidus nitens, Squalidus wolterstorffi.
Intermediate difficulty. Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life; small groups recommended.
Hold 18–26 °C and keep it stable — 18–26 °C typical for the family. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin.
Adults reach 14.1–20.7 cm; it is active throughout the water column. Plan for at least 500 litres.
Unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition. It forages naturally over fine gravel and sand, so let some food reach the bottom.
Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life. Recommended tankmates: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Compatible size and temperament. Avoid Fin-nippers — Constant stress.
Native to Lake Khanka basin, where it lives in clear streams and rivers over gravel. Moderate, well-oxygenated current; Appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.
Spawns freely; remove parents to save the eggs. Males often slimmer and more colourful.