River Gudgeon (Sarcocheilichthys variegatus)

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura

18–26 °C

pH

6.5–7.5

Dureza GH

5–15 dGH

Tamaño adulto

10.4–14.9 cm

Tanque mínimo

149 L

Capa de nado

Mid-water swimmer

Dificultad

Moderada

Temperamento

Peaceful

Origen

Japón

Descripción de la especie

A Cyprinidae species native to Japan: Sarcocheilichthys variegatus lives mid-water swimmer over clear streams, rivers and still waters. Peaceful. Adults reach 10.4–14.9 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Sarcocheilichthys species we profile, alongside Sarcocheilichthys nigripinnis, Sarcocheilichthys sinensis, Sarcocheilichthys davidi.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat

Clear streams, rivers and still waters

Corriente

Moderate flow

Oxígeno disuelto

Average oxygen needs

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato

Fine sand

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

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

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