Chuanchia Labiosa (Chuanchia labiosa)

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura

18–26 °C

pH

6.5–7.5

Dureza GH

5–15 dGH

Tamaño adulto

11.2–16.5 cm

Tanque mínimo

327 L

Capa de nado

Active throughout the water column

Dificultad

Moderada

Temperamento

Peaceful toward equals, merciless to fry

Origen

NW China plateau waters

Descripción de la especie

Chuanchia labiosa, a member of the family Cyprinidae, is native to NW China plateau waters. Its home water is snowmelt: cool, fast and oxygen-saturated, with hot summers as the main threat. It uses the whole water column. Adults reach 11.2–16.5 cm. Juveniles shoal; adults keep to pairs or singles. Keep it cool, moving and oxygen-rich; summer temperatures above 24 °C are the real danger. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. Undemanding once its core needs are met.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat

Clear streams and rivers over gravel

Corriente

Moderate, well-oxygenated current

Oxígeno disuelto

Appreciates well-oxygenated water

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato

Fine gravel and sand

Decoración dura

Water-worn stones and driftwood

Plantas

Hardy rooted plants along the margins

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad

Juveniles shoal; adults keep to pairs or singles

Dieta

Hearty feeder; alternate protein and vegetable meals

Compañeros recomendados

• Cold-water catfish of similar bulk — Share the cool, current-rich regime

Evitar con

• Small fish — Will be eaten

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual

Males often slimmer and more colourful

Método de cría

Breeds seasonally in cool running water; aquarium success is rare