Familia: Cyprinidae
Balantiocheilos melanopterus es un ciprínido de agua dulce originario de Sudeste de Asia. Alcanza 26.2–38.5 cm; temperatura 22–28 °C.
Balantiocheilos melanopterus is a Cyprinidae from Southeast Asia. In the wild it prefers clear streams and rivers over gravel; in the aquarium it stays mostly peaceful. Plan on 26.2–38.5 cm of adult fish at 22–28 °C. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
Dificultad media. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins; Shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more.
Mantén el agua a 22–28 °C. 22–28 °C curated husbandry range. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin.
De adulto mide 26.2–38.5 cm. Vive middle of the water column, así que 500 L o más.
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter. Dos pequeñas comidas al día.
Sí, con criterio. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins — combínalo con Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Aleja Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Originario de Sudeste de Asia; vive en clear streams and rivers over gravel. Moderate, well-oxygenated current; appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Riesgo bajo, aunque la tapa siempre es útil.
Egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.