Vanmanenia Serrilineata (Vanmanenia serrilineata) es un balitoridae de its native waters; alcanza 7.4–10.8 cm a 18–26 °C.
Parámetros de cuidado
Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
7.4–10.8 cm
Tanque mínimo
140 L
Capa de nado
Bottom-dwelling on rock surfaces
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Calm but assertive around its chosen perch
Origen
southern Chinese mountain streams
Descripción de la especie
From the waters of southern Chinese mountain streams comes Vanmanenia serrilineata, 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 7.4–10.8 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