Nichol's Brook Loach (Schistura nicholsi) es un nemacheilidae de its native waters; alcanza 9–13.2 cm a 18–26 °C.
Parámetros de cuidado
Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
9–13.2 cm
Tanque mínimo
209 L
Capa de nado
Bottom-dwelling
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Peaceful, sociable and slightly nocturnal
Origen
Yunnan, China
Descripción de la especie
From the waters of Yunnan, China comes Schistura nicholsi, a member of the family Nemacheilidae. A sand-sifting bottom resident most active after the lights fade. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 9–13.2 cm. Sociable; keep 4–6 so night-time activity stays confident. Choose sand over gravel, feed after dusk, and keep ammonia at zero — loaches punish neglect visibly. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. A rewarding species for the aquarist who reads before buying.
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
Other peaceful bottom fish — Share the lower water without conflict