Plesiomyzon Baotingensis (Plesiomyzon baotingensis) es un balitoridae de its native waters; alcanza 2.8–4.2 cm a 18–26 °C.
Parámetros de cuidado
Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
2.8–4.2 cm
Tanque mínimo
25 L
Capa de nado
Bottom-dwelling on rock surfaces
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Calm but assertive around its chosen perch
Origen
Hainan, China
Descripción de la especie
From the waters of Hainan, China comes Plesiomyzon baotingensis, a member of the family Balitoridae. A torrent-lover built to clamp onto stone in fast, cool, highly oxygenated water; warmth is its enemy. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 2.8–4.2 cm. Singly or in a loose group on open rockwork. Aim for brisk current, high oxygen and real algae growth; a powerhead is not optional here. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. Water quality and diet matter more than décor.
Biotopo natural
Hábitat
Fast-flowing mountain streams, clinging to rocks
Corriente
Very strong, highly oxygenated current
Oxígeno disuelto
Requires very high dissolved oxygen
Paisaje y equipo
Sustrato
Bare rock and coarse gravel
Decoración dura
Large smooth boulders
Plantas
Minimal; algae-covered stones instead
Temperamento, dieta y compañeros
Sociabilidad
Singly or in a loose group on open rockwork
Dieta
Grazes rock surfaces; feed spirulina-rich foods
Compañeros recomendados
Other cool-water stream fish — Share the need for oxygen and flow
Evitar con
Large aggressive cichlids — Disrupt the calm grazing regime