A Odontobutidae species: Odontobutis sinensis lives bottom; rests and forages low over clear streams, rivers and still waters. Predatory — best kept singly or as a pair. Adults reach 12.7–18.1 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Odontobutis species we profile, alongside Odontobutis potamophila, Odontobutis obscura, Odontobutis platycephala.
原生生境
栖息地
Clear streams, rivers and still waters
水流
Still to very gentle water
溶氧
Average oxygen needs
造景与硬件
底床
Smooth gravel and sand with open floor space
硬景观
Driftwood, water-worn stones and shelters that mimic the native biotope
水草
Hardy plants on hardscape; keep the floor open
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
Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs
Deep Body Bitterling — Similar size and water needs
避免混养
Fish under half its size — May be eaten
Small fish and shrimp — Live-prey size
繁殖与备注
雌雄差异
Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied
繁殖方式
Spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes