Luther's Spiny Loach (Cobitis lutheri)

Familia: Cobitidae

Pez de agua dulce pacífico y omnívoro, de la familia de los cobítidos, originario de la península de Corea. Cuidado para principiantes.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
8.4–12 cm
Tanque mínimo
120 L
Capa de nado
Bottom; rests and forages low; keep 3+
Dificultad
Fácil
Temperamento
Peaceful
Origen
península de Corea

Descripción de la especie

Cobitis lutheri, a member of the family Cobitidae, comes from Korean Peninsula, where it inhabits clear streams, rivers and still waters. Peaceful and omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety, it grows to 8.4–12 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 18–26 °C range. Other Cobitis species in our database include Cobitis shikokuensis, Cobitis sinensis, Cobitis biwae.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat
Clear streams, rivers and still waters
Corriente
Moderate flow
Oxígeno disuelto
Average oxygen needs

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato
Fine sand
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 3+; 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
Egg-scatterer over fine plants; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Es fácil cuidar a Luther's Spiny Loach?

Apto para principiantes. Peaceful. Keep 3+; larger groups settle better.

¿Qué temperatura y agua necesita Luther's Spiny Loach?

Rango ideal: 18–26 °C. Evita cambios bruscos.

¿Qué tamaño alcanza Luther's Spiny Loach y qué acuario necesita?

De adulto mide 8.4–12 cm. Vive bottom; rests and forages low; keep 3+, así que 120 L o más.

¿Qué come Luther's Spiny Loach?

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

¿Puede convivir Luther's Spiny Loach con otros peces?

Peaceful; Keep 3+; larger groups settle better. Buenos compañeros: Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs, China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs, Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs.No convive con Large aggressive cichlids — Bullying and injury risk, Known fin nippers — Constant stress and fin damage.

¿De dónde es originario Luther's Spiny Loach?

Originario de península de Corea; vive en clear streams, rivers and still waters. Moderate flow; average oxygen needs.

¿Cómo se reproduce Luther's Spiny Loach?

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