cá ngựa bắc (Folifer brevifilis)

Familia: Cyprinidae

cá ngựa bắc (Folifer brevifilis) es un cyprinidae de its native waters; alcanza 30.4–44.6 cm a 18–26 °C.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
30.4–44.6 cm
Tanque mínimo
500 L
Capa de nado
Active throughout the water column
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life
Origen
Lancang River, Yunnan, China

Descripción de la especie

Cyprinidae species Folifer brevifilis comes from Lancang River, Yunnan, China. A adaptable species that forgives beginner mistakes more readily than most. It uses the whole water column. Adults reach 30.4–44.6 cm. Small groups recommended. Give it clean water and room to behave naturally, and it will largely care for itself. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. 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
Small groups recommended
Dieta
Unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition
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
Spawns freely; remove parents to save the eggs