Familia: Cyprinidae
Un ciprínido omnívoro pacífico y activo en la superficie, endémico de Taiwán (China); mantenlo en bancos de seis o más — cuidado moderado.
Aphyocypris kikuchii is a Cyprinidae from Taiwan, China. In the wild it prefers clear streams, rivers and still waters; in the aquarium it stays peaceful. Plan on 5.6–8 cm of adult fish at 18–26 °C. Related profiles: Aphyocypris normalis, Aphyocypris chinensis, Aphyocypris moltrechti.
Dificultad media. Peaceful; Keep 6+; larger groups settle better.
18–26 °C con estabilidad; pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH.
Tamaño adulto: 5.6–8 cm. Mínimo 80 L.
Omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety. Forraja sobre smooth gravel and sand with open floor space: deja que parte del alimento llegue al fondo.
Sí, con criterio. Peaceful — combínalo con Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs, China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs, Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs. Aleja Large aggressive cichlids — Bullying and injury risk, Known fin nippers — Constant stress and fin damage.
De Taiwán, China: clear streams, rivers and still waters, con moderate flow.
En acuario: spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes. Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied.