Homatula variegata

Familia: Nemacheilidae

Pez de agua dulce pacífico y omnívoro, de la familia de los nemacheléidos, originario de el alto Yangtsé en China (Sichuán y Chongqing). Cuidado cuidado moderado.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
14.7–21 cm
Tanque mínimo
210 L
Capa de nado
Bottom; rests and forages low
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Peaceful
Origen
alto Yangtsé, China

Descripción de la especie

A Nemacheilidae species native to upper Yangtze, China: Homatula variegata lives bottom; rests and forages low over clear streams, rivers and still waters. Peaceful. Adults reach 14.7–21 cm. In a community tank it pairs well with Amur False Gudgeon, China-Bitterling.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat
Clear streams, rivers and still waters
Corriente
Moderate flow
Oxígeno disuelto
Average oxygen needs

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
Omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety
Compañeros recomendados
  • Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs
  • China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs
  • Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — 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 Homatula variegata?

Nivel medio: la estabilidad del agua importa más que el equipo. Peaceful. Solitary, pairs or small groups.

¿Qué temperatura y agua necesita Homatula variegata?

Mantén el agua a 18–26 °C. Community-standard range; verify locally. Standard heater to hold the mid-range steadily.

¿Qué tamaño alcanza Homatula variegata y qué acuario necesita?

Tamaño adulto: 14.7–21 cm. Mínimo 210 L.

¿Qué come Homatula variegata?

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

¿Puede convivir Homatula variegata con otros peces?

Sí, con criterio. Peaceful — combínalo con Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs, China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs, Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs. Aleja Large aggressive cichlids — Bullying and injury risk, Known fin nippers — Constant stress and fin damage.

¿De dónde es originario Homatula variegata?

Originario de alto Yangtsé, China; vive en clear streams, rivers and still waters. Moderate flow; average oxygen needs.

¿Cómo se reproduce Homatula variegata?

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