Macropodus opercularis of the family Osphronemidae is an aquarium-kept Osphronemidae. Semi-aggressive; one male per tank and carnivore; quality prepared foods with variety; regular frozen or live foods, it grows to 4.7–6.7 cm and prefers 16–26 °C water. Other Macropodus species in our database include Macropodus erythropterus, Macropodus hongkongensis, Macropodus ocellatus.
原生生境
栖息地
Clear streams, rivers and still waters
水流
Still to very gentle water
溶氧
Tolerates low oxygen
造景与硬件
底床
Dark fine gravel or sand
硬景观
Driftwood, water-worn stones and shelters that mimic the native biotope
水草
Dense floating plants for cover and security
性格食性与混养
群游性
Solitary, pairs or small groups
食性
Carnivore; quality prepared foods with variety; regular frozen or live foods
推荐混养
Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs
China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs
Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs
避免混养
Its own males — Territorial fighting
Long-finned fish — Prone to fin nipping
繁殖与备注
雌雄差异
Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied
繁殖方式
Bubble nester; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes