Cyprinidae species Schizothorax prenanti comes from SW China. A cold, torrent-dwelling cyprinid of the plateau rivers — treat it like a temperate trout-stream fish, not a tropical. It uses the whole water column. Adults reach 29.6–43.5 cm. Juveniles shoal; adults keep to pairs or singles. Plan for chillers or a cool room, strong flow and excellent oxygen — heat kills where hunger cannot. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. A solid choice for a well-planned community tank.
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
Other large temperate cyprinids — Match size, temperature and diet
避免混养
Warm-water tropicals — Need different temperatures
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