Cross-striped Dwarf Rasbora (Danio erythromicron)

Familia: Cyprinidae

Cross-striped Dwarf Rasbora (Danio erythromicron) es un cyprinidae de its native waters; alcanza 2.3–3.4 cm a 18–24 °C.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
18–24 °C
pH
6–8
Dureza GH
5–19 dGH
Tamaño adulto
2.3–3.4 cm
Tanque mínimo
25 L
Capa de nado
Active throughout the water column
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Hardy, active mid-water fish; never stop moving
Origen
South & Southeast Asia

Descripción de la especie

From the waters of South & Southeast Asia comes Danio erythromicron, a member of the family Cyprinidae. A restless micropredator of the surface film, evolved for open, sunlit water. It uses the whole water column. Adults reach 2.3–3.4 cm. Tight schooler; the more the livelier. Generous swimming room, a big school and clean water cover nearly all of its care. Maintain 18–24 °C at pH 6–8. Water quality and diet matter more than décor.

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
Tight schooler; the more the livelier
Dieta
Eager eater; small frequent feeds suit its pace
Compañeros recomendados
  • Other danios and small rasboras — Form a fast, peaceful upper-water school
Evitar con
  • Slow, timid fish — Outcompeted at the surface

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual
Males often slimmer and more colourful
Método de cría
Egg-scatterer among plants; no parental care