A Odontobutidae species native to Yangtze basin, China: Odontobutis potamophila lives bottom; rests and forages low over clear streams, rivers and still waters. Predatory — best kept singly or as a pair. Adults reach 10.6–15.2 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Odontobutis species we profile, alongside Odontobutis sinensis, Odontobutis obscura, Odontobutis platycephala.
原生環境
生息地
Clear streams, rivers and still waters
水流
Still to very gentle water
溶存酸素
Average oxygen needs
レイアウトと設備
底床
Smooth gravel and sand with open floor space
流木・石組
Driftwood, water-worn stones and shelters that mimic the native biotope
水草
Hardy plants on hardscape; keep the floor open
性格・餌・混泳
群泳性
Solitary, pairs or small groups
餌
Carnivore; quality prepared foods with variety; regular frozen or live foods
おすすめの混泳相手
Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs
China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs
Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs
混泳しないほうがいい相手
Fish under half its size — May be eaten
Small fish and shrimp — Live-prey size
繁殖と注意点
雌雄の違い
Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied
繁殖方法
Spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes