Amur ide (Leuciscus waleckii)

Familia: Cyprinidae

Amur ide (Leuciscus waleckii) es un cyprinidae de its native waters; alcanza 27.8–40.7 cm a 10–20 °C.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
10–20 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
27.8–40.7 cm
Tanque mínimo
500 L
Capa de nado
Bottom-dwelling
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life
Origen
Amur basin

Descripción de la especie

Leuciscus waleckii, a member of the family Cyprinidae, is native to Amur basin. Its calm temperament and broad diet make it one of the more forgiving residents of a community tank. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 27.8–40.7 cm. Small groups recommended. Stable water, regular partial changes and a varied diet cover nearly everything it needs. Maintain 10–20 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. Best suited to a keeper who can match its natural water.

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
  • Robust schooling cyprinids — Add activity without conflict
Evitar con
  • Much larger predators — Risk at night

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual
Males often slimmer and more colourful
Método de cría
Spawns freely; remove parents to save the eggs