Black Amur (Mylopharyngodon piceus)

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura

18–28 °C

pH

7.5–8.5

Dureza GH

5–15 dGH

Tamaño adulto

135–198 cm

Tanque mínimo

500 L

Capa de nado

Active throughout the water column

Dificultad

Moderada

Temperamento

Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life

Origen

中国

Descripción de la especie

Mylopharyngodon piceus, a member of the family Cyprinidae, is native to 中国. Its calm temperament and broad diet make it one of the more forgiving residents of a community tank. It uses the whole water column. Adults reach 135–198 cm. Small groups recommended. Stable water, regular partial changes and a varied diet cover nearly everything it needs. Maintain 18–28 °C at pH 7.5–8.5. A solid choice for a well-planned community tank.

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