Chinese Seerfish (Elopichthys bambusa)

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura

10–20 °C

pH

7–7.5

Dureza GH

10–20 dGH

Tamaño adulto

30–120 cm

Tanque mínimo

500 L

Capa de nado

Bottom-dwelling

Dificultad

Moderada

Temperamento

Peaceful; keep with similar-sized calm tankmates

Origen

China

Descripción de la especie

From the waters of 中国 comes Elopichthys bambusa, a member of the family Cyprinidae. A adaptable species that forgives beginner mistakes more readily than most. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 30–120 cm. Keep in a group of 4–6 for natural behaviour. Give it clean water and room to behave naturally, and it will largely care for itself. Maintain 10–20 °C at pH 7–7.5. A rewarding species for the aquarist who reads before buying.

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

Keep in a group of 4–6 for natural behaviour

Dieta

Omnivore; prepared foods with regular variety

Compañeros recomendados

• Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Compatible size and temperament

Evitar con

• Fin-nippers — Constant stress

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual

Males often slimmer and more colourful

Método de cría

Breeding is straightforward scatter-spawning