Amur Longnose Gudgeon (Microphysogobio amurensis)

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura

14–22 °C

pH

6.5–7.5

Dureza GH

5–15 dGH

Tamaño adulto

8.6–12.7 cm

Tanque mínimo

194 L

Capa de nado

Bottom-dwelling

Dificultad

Moderada

Temperamento

Mostly peaceful community fish

Origen

China

Descripción de la especie

Microphysogobio amurensis, a member of the family Cyprinidae, comes from China, where it inhabits clear streams and rivers over gravel. Mostly peaceful community fish and accepts quality flakes, granules and frozen foods, it grows to 8.6–12.7 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 14–22 °C range. Other Microphysogobio species in our database include Microphysogobio tungtingensis, Microphysogobio chinssuensis, Microphysogobio fukiensis.

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

• Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Compatible size and temperament

Evitar con

• Fin-nippers — Constant stress

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual

Males often slimmer and more colourful

Método de cría

Egg-scatterer; no parental care

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