Triplophysa chondrostoma

Family: Nemacheilidae

Triplophysa chondrostoma — a Nemacheilidae freshwater fish. Reaches 5.8–8.5 cm; keep at 18–26 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
5.8–8.5 cm
Minimum tank
87 L
Water layer
Bottom-dwelling
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful, active bottom-dweller

Species overview

A Nemacheilidae species: Triplophysa chondrostoma lives bottom-dwelling over pebbles. Peaceful, active bottom-dweller. Adults reach 5.8–8.5 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Triplophysa species we profile, alongside Triplophysa bleekeri, Triplophysa dalaica, Triplophysa leptosoma.

Native biotope

Habitat
Hill-streams and riffles over pebbles
Flow
Strong, well-oxygenated current
Dissolved O₂
Requires well-oxygenated water

Aquascape & hardware

Substrate
Smooth pebbles and coarse sand
Hardscape
Stacked stones forming crevices
Plants
Anubias and other hardy attachers

Temperament, diet & tankmates

Schooling
Gregarious; keep in groups
Diet
Omnivore; sinking granules and frozen foods
Recommended tankmates
  • Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs
Avoid keeping with
  • Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates

Breeding & notes

Sexual dimorphism
Females rounder-bodied
Breeding method
Rarely bred in captivity

Frequently asked questions

Is Triplophysa chondrostoma easy to keep?

Difficulty: moderate. Peaceful, active bottom-dweller. Gregarious; keep in groups.

What temperature and water chemistry does Triplophysa chondrostoma need?

Aim for 18–26 °C. Cooler, stable range preferred; 18–26 °C typical for the genus.

How big does Triplophysa chondrostoma get, and what tank size?

Expect 5.8–8.5 cm as an adult, living bottom-dwelling. A 87 L tank or larger gives it room.

What does Triplophysa chondrostoma eat?

Omnivore; sinking granules and frozen foods. Feed two small meals a day rather than one large one.

Can Triplophysa chondrostoma live with other fish?

Peaceful, active bottom-dweller. Recommended tankmates: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Avoid Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.

Where does Triplophysa chondrostoma come from?

It lives in hill-streams and riffles over pebbles. Strong, well-oxygenated current; Requires well-oxygenated water.

How does Triplophysa chondrostoma breed?

In the aquarium: rarely bred in captivity. Females rounder-bodied.