Continental stone loach (Barbatula nuda)

Familia: Nemacheilidae

Pez de agua dulce pacífico y omnívoro, de la familia de los nemacheléidos, originario de China, Mongolia y Rusia. Cuidado cuidado moderado.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
15.4–22 cm
Tanque mínimo
220 L
Capa de nado
Bottom; rests and forages low
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Peaceful
Origen
蒙古

Descripción de la especie

Barbatula nuda of the family Nemacheilidae is an aquarium-kept Nemacheilidae. Peaceful and omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety, it grows to 15.4–22 cm and prefers 18–26 °C water. Other Barbatula species in our database include Barbatula toni.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat
Clear streams, rivers and still waters
Corriente
Strong current with heavy aeration
Oxígeno disuelto
Demands high dissolved oxygen

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
Solitary, pairs or small groups
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

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Es fácil cuidar a Continental stone loach?

Dificultad media. Peaceful; Solitary, pairs or small groups.

¿Qué temperatura y agua necesita Continental stone loach?

18–26 °C con estabilidad; pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH.

¿Qué tamaño alcanza Continental stone loach y qué acuario necesita?

Tamaño adulto: 15.4–22 cm. Mínimo 220 L.

¿Qué come Continental stone loach?

Omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety. Combina pienso con alimentos congelados o vivos.

¿Puede convivir Continental stone loach con otros peces?

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 dónde es originario Continental stone loach?

Originario de 蒙古; vive en clear streams, rivers and still waters. Strong current with heavy aeration; demands high dissolved oxygen.

¿Cómo se reproduce Continental stone loach?

En acuario: spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes. Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied.