Japanese spined loach (Cobitis takatsuensis) es un cobitidae de its native waters; alcanza 9–13.2 cm a 18–26 °C.
Parámetros de cuidado
Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
9–13.2 cm
Tanque mínimo
209 L
Capa de nado
Bottom-dwelling
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Peaceful, sociable and slightly nocturnal
Origen
Korea & Japan
Descripción de la especie
Cobitis takatsuensis, a member of the family Cobitidae, is native to Korea & Japan. Half of its life happens after dark; give it fine sand and it will reward you with natural foraging. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 9–13.2 cm. Sociable; keep 4–6 so night-time activity stays confident. Use a soft sand bed and feed sinking foods; coarse gravel wears down its sensory barbels. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. Undemanding once its core needs are met.
Biotopo natural
Hábitat
Sandy stretches of slow rivers
Corriente
Gentle current
Oxígeno disuelto
Tolerates moderate oxygen levels
Paisaje y equipo
Sustrato
Fine sand for burrowing
Decoración dura
Smooth stones and driftwood caves
Plantas
Low-light tolerant plants
Temperamento, dieta y compañeros
Sociabilidad
Sociable; keep 4–6 so night-time activity stays confident
Dieta
Omnivore that appreciates live or frozen treats
Compañeros recomendados
Small calm cyprinids — Occupy a different water layer