Pseudogastromyzon fasciatus

Familia: Balitoridae

Pez de agua dulce pacífico y algívoro, de la familia de los balitóridos, originario de los ríos costeros del sur de China (Fujian y Cantón). Cuidado cuidado moderado.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
5.7–8.2 cm
Tanque mínimo
82 L
Capa de nado
Bottom; rests and forages low
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Peaceful
Origen
costas y estuarios del S de China

Descripción de la especie

A Balitoridae species native to southern Chinese coasts and estuaries: Pseudogastromyzon fasciatus lives bottom; rests and forages low over clear streams, rivers and still waters. Peaceful. Adults reach 5.7–8.2 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Pseudogastromyzon species we profile, alongside Pseudogastromyzon cheni, Pseudogastromyzon myersi, Pseudogastromyzon changtingensis.

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
Gravel
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
Solitary, pairs or small groups
Dieta
Algivore; 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
Egg-scatterer over fine plants; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Es fácil cuidar a Pseudogastromyzon fasciatus?

Dificultad media. Peaceful; Solitary, pairs or small groups.

¿Qué temperatura y agua necesita Pseudogastromyzon fasciatus?

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

¿Qué tamaño alcanza Pseudogastromyzon fasciatus y qué acuario necesita?

Tamaño adulto: 5.7–8.2 cm. Mínimo 82 L.

¿Qué come Pseudogastromyzon fasciatus?

Algivore; quality prepared foods with variety. Dos pequeñas comidas al día.

¿Puede convivir Pseudogastromyzon fasciatus 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 Pseudogastromyzon fasciatus?

De costas y estuarios del S de China: clear streams, rivers and still waters, con strong current with heavy aeration.

¿Cómo se reproduce Pseudogastromyzon fasciatus?

Egg-scatterer over fine plants; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes. Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied.