Macropodus opercularis

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura

16–26 °C

pH

6–8

Dureza GH

5–19 dGH

Tamaño adulto

4.7–6.7 cm

Tanque mínimo

67 L

Capa de nado

Upper; surface-oriented

Dificultad

Fácil

Temperamento

Semi-aggressive; one male per tank

Origen

东亚淡水水系

Descripción de la especie

Macropodus opercularis of the family Osphronemidae is an aquarium-kept Osphronemidae. Semi-aggressive; one male per tank and carnivore; quality prepared foods with variety; regular frozen or live foods, it grows to 4.7–6.7 cm and prefers 16–26 °C water. Other Macropodus species in our database include Macropodus erythropterus, Macropodus hongkongensis, Macropodus ocellatus.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat

Clear streams, rivers and still waters

Corriente

Still to very gentle water

Oxígeno disuelto

Tolerates low oxygen

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato

Dark fine gravel or sand

Decoración dura

Driftwood, water-worn stones and shelters that mimic the native biotope

Plantas

Dense floating plants for cover and security

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad

Solitary, pairs or small groups

Dieta

Carnivore; quality prepared foods with variety; regular frozen or live foods

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

• Its own males — Territorial fighting
• Long-finned fish — Prone to fin nipping

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual

Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied

Método de cría

Bubble nester; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes

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