Blind Cave Loach (Nemacheilus troglocataractus) es un nemacheilidae de its native waters; alcanza 9.8–14.4 cm a 18–26 °C.
Parámetros de cuidado
Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
9.8–14.4 cm
Tanque mínimo
249 L
Capa de nado
Bottom-dwelling
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Peaceful, sociable and slightly nocturnal
Origen
cave waters of W Asia
Descripción de la especie
Nemacheilus troglocataractus, a member of the family Nemacheilidae, is native to cave waters of W Asia. Half of its life happens after dark; give it fine sand and it will reward you with natural foraging. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 9.8–14.4 cm. Sociable; keep 4–6 so night-time activity stays confident. Use a soft sand bed and feed sinking foods; coarse gravel wears down its sensory barbels. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. Best suited to a keeper who can match its natural water.
Biotopo natural
Hábitat
Hill-streams and riffles over pebbles
Corriente
Strong, well-oxygenated current
Oxígeno disuelto
Requires well-oxygenated water
Paisaje y equipo
Sustrato
Smooth pebbles and coarse sand
Decoración dura
Stacked stones forming crevices
Plantas
Anubias and other hardy attachers
Temperamento, dieta y compañeros
Sociabilidad
Sociable; keep 4–6 so night-time activity stays confident
Dieta
Omnivore that appreciates live or frozen treats
Compañeros recomendados
Small calm cyprinids — Occupy a different water layer