Japanese Dark Chub (Nipponocypris sieboldii)

Familia: Cyprinidae

Un omnívoro pacífico de la familia de los ciprínidos, ligado a la superficie y originario de Japón.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
8.8–12.5 cm
Tanque mínimo
125 L
Capa de nado
Upper; surface-oriented; keep 6+
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Peaceful
Origen
Japón

Descripción de la especie

Nipponocypris sieboldii, a member of the family Cyprinidae, comes from Japan, where it inhabits clear streams, rivers and still waters. Peaceful and omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety, it grows to 8.8–12.5 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 18–26 °C range. Other Nipponocypris species in our database include Nipponocypris temminckii, Nipponocypris koreanus.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat
Clear streams, rivers and still waters
Corriente
Strong current with heavy aeration
Oxígeno disuelto
Demands high dissolved oxygen

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato
Smooth gravel and sand with open floor space
Decoración dura
Driftwood, water-worn stones and shelters that mimic the native biotope
Plantas
Hardy plants on hardscape; keep the floor open

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad
Keep 6+; larger groups settle better
Dieta
Omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety
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
  • Large aggressive cichlids — Bullying and injury risk
  • Known fin nippers — Constant stress and fin damage

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual
Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied
Método de cría
Spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Es fácil cuidar a Japanese Dark Chub?

Dificultad media. Peaceful; Keep 6+; larger groups settle better.

¿Qué temperatura y agua necesita Japanese Dark Chub?

Mantén el agua a 18–26 °C. Community-standard range; verify locally. Standard heater to hold the mid-range steadily.

¿Qué tamaño alcanza Japanese Dark Chub y qué acuario necesita?

Tamaño adulto: 8.8–12.5 cm. Mínimo 125 L.

¿Qué come Japanese Dark Chub?

Omnivore; quality prepared foods with variety. Forraja sobre smooth gravel and sand with open floor space: deja que parte del alimento llegue al fondo.

¿Puede convivir Japanese Dark Chub con otros peces?

Sí, con criterio. Peaceful — combínalo con Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs, China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs, Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs. Aleja Large aggressive cichlids — Bullying and injury risk, Known fin nippers — Constant stress and fin damage.

¿De dónde es originario Japanese Dark Chub?

Su hábitat natural es Japón, en clear streams, rivers and still waters.

¿Japanese Dark Chub salta?

Saltador confirmado. Tapa ajustada y cuidado en cambios de agua.

¿Cómo se reproduce Japanese Dark Chub?

Spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes. Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied.