Tanakia koreensis

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura

18–26 °C

pH

6.5–7.5

Dureza GH

5–15 dGH

Tamaño adulto

6.2–8.9 cm

Tanque mínimo

89 L

Capa de nado

Mid-water swimmer; keep 6+

Dificultad

Moderada

Temperamento

Peaceful

Origen

península de Corea

Descripción de la especie

Tanakia koreensis, a member of the family Cyprinidae, comes from Korean Peninsula, where it inhabits clear streams, rivers and still waters. Peaceful and omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety, it grows to 6.2–8.9 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 18–26 °C range. Other Tanakia species in our database include Tanakia himantegus, Tanakia lanceolata, Tanakia tanago.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat

Clear streams, rivers and still waters

Corriente

Moderate flow

Oxígeno disuelto

Average oxygen needs

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato

Smooth gravel and sand with open floor space

Decoración dura

Driftwood, water-worn stones and shelters that mimic the native biotope

Plantas

Hardy plants on hardscape; keep the floor open

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad

Keep 6+; larger groups settle better

Dieta

Omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety

Compañeros recomendados

• Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs
• China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs
• Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs

Evitar con

• Large aggressive cichlids — Bullying and injury risk
• Known fin nippers — Constant stress and fin damage

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual

Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied

Método de cría

Spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes

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