Family: Cyprinidae
Squalidus wolterstorffi — a Cyprinidae from China, mostly peaceful community fish. Reaches 14.1–20.7 cm; singly or in small groups depending on temperament. 18–26 °C.
Squalidus wolterstorffi, a member of the family Cyprinidae, comes from China, where it inhabits clear streams and rivers over gravel. Mostly peaceful community fish and accepts quality flakes, granules and frozen foods, 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 chankaensis, Squalidus nitens.
Intermediate difficulty. Mostly peaceful community fish; singly or in small groups depending on temperament.
Set the heater to 18–26 °C and avoid swings. pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH suit it.
Full size is 14.1–20.7 cm. Minimum tank: 500 L, with open swimming space along its active throughout the water column habits.
Accepts quality flakes, granules and frozen foods. It forages naturally over fine gravel and sand, so let some food reach the bottom.
Mostly peaceful community fish. Recommended tankmates: Robust schooling cyprinids — Add activity without conflict. Avoid Much larger predators — Risk at night.
Comes from China: clear streams and rivers over gravel. Expect moderate, well-oxygenated current and appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Not a noted jumper — a standard cover still keeps dust and spray in.
In the aquarium: egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.