Gastromyzon ctenocephalus

Familia: Balitoridae

Pez de agua dulce pacífico y algívoro, de la familia de los balitóridos, originario de Borneo en el sudeste asiático. Cuidado cuidado moderado.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
19–23 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
3.1–4.5 cm
Tanque mínimo
45 L
Capa de nado
Bottom; rests and forages low
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Peaceful
Origen
东南亚婆罗洲

Descripción de la especie

A Balitoridae species: Gastromyzon ctenocephalus lives bottom; rests and forages low over clear streams, rivers and still waters. Peaceful. Adults reach 3.1–4.5 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Gastromyzon species we profile, alongside Gastromyzon farragus, Gastromyzon punctulatus, Gastromyzon scitulus.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat
Clear streams, rivers and still waters
Corriente
Strong current with heavy aeration
Oxígeno disuelto
Demands high dissolved oxygen

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato
Smooth gravel and sand with open floor space
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
Solitary, pairs or small groups
Dieta
Algivore; quality prepared foods with variety
Compañeros recomendados
  • Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs
  • Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs
  • Striped Bitterling — 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
Spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Es fácil cuidar a Gastromyzon ctenocephalus?

Dificultad: moderada. Peaceful.

¿Qué temperatura y agua necesita Gastromyzon ctenocephalus?

19–23 °C con estabilidad; pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH.

¿Qué tamaño alcanza Gastromyzon ctenocephalus y qué acuario necesita?

Alcanza 3.1–4.5 cm; es bottom; rests and forages low. Acuario mínimo de 45 L.

¿Qué come Gastromyzon ctenocephalus?

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

¿Puede convivir Gastromyzon ctenocephalus con otros peces?

Peaceful; Solitary, pairs or small groups. Buenos compañeros: Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs, Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs, Striped Bitterling — 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 Gastromyzon ctenocephalus?

Su hábitat natural es 东南亚婆罗洲, en clear streams, rivers and still waters.

¿Cómo se reproduce Gastromyzon ctenocephalus?

Spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes. Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied.