Herzensteinia microcephalus, a member of the family Cyprinidae, is native to Tibetan Plateau waters. Its home water is snowmelt: cool, fast and oxygen-saturated, with hot summers as the main threat. It uses the whole water column. Adults reach 11.2–16.5 cm. Juveniles shoal; adults keep to pairs or singles. Keep it cool, moving and oxygen-rich; summer temperatures above 24 °C are the real danger. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. Best suited to a keeper who can match its natural water.
原生生境
栖息地
Clear streams and rivers over gravel
水流
Moderate, well-oxygenated current
溶氧
Appreciates well-oxygenated water
造景与硬件
底床
Fine gravel and sand
硬景观
Water-worn stones and driftwood
水草
Hardy rooted plants along the margins
性格食性与混养
群游性
Juveniles shoal; adults keep to pairs or singles
食性
Hearty feeder; alternate protein and vegetable meals
推荐混养
Cold-water catfish of similar bulk — Share the cool, current-rich regime
避免混养
Small fish — Will be eaten
繁殖与备注
雌雄差异
Males often slimmer and more colourful
繁殖方式
Breeds seasonally in cool running water; aquarium success is rare