Metzia lineata

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura

18–26 °C

pH

6.5–7.5

Dureza GH

5–15 dGH

Tamaño adulto

7.5–11 cm

Tanque mínimo

145 L

Capa de nado

Bottom-dwelling

Dificultad

Moderada

Temperamento

Mostly peaceful community fish

Origen

Indochina

Descripción de la especie

Metzia lineata, a member of the family Cyprinidae, comes from Indochina, where it inhabits clear streams and rivers over gravel. Mostly peaceful community fish and accepts quality flakes, granules and frozen foods, it grows to 7.5–11 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 18–26 °C range. Other Metzia species in our database include Metzia formosae, Metzia mesembrinum.

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

Singly or in small groups depending on temperament

Dieta

Accepts quality flakes, granules and frozen foods

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

Egg-scatterer; no parental care

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