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Latest revision as of 03:02, 13 December 2017

Russian Bitterling

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Russian Bitterling

Acanthorhodeus asmussi

114 Litres (30 US G.)

12.7-15.2cm (5-6 ")

sg

Freshwater

pH

7.0 - 7.5

18 -22 °C (64.4-71.6°F)

6-15 °d

1:1 M:F

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)

2-? years

Family

Cyprinidae

This animal is available captive bred



Additional names

Spiny Bitterling

Additional scientific names

Acanthorhodeus asmussii, Acanthorhodeus asmussii amurensis, Acanthorhodeus taenianalis, Acheilognathus asmussii, Acheilognathus assmussii, Devario asmussii


Sexing[edit]

It is difficult to visually sex this fish. Mature females may appear more full in the belly than males.


Tank compatibility[edit]

A temperate fish that is not often found in the pet trade. Is best kept with similar-sized fish with similar temperaments, or in a species tank. Usually only found in public aquariums.


Diet[edit]

Should accept most foods including brine shrimp.


Feeding regime[edit]

Feed once or twice a day.


Environment specifics[edit]

This fish is best kept in large tanks which are well filtered and oxygenated. They will not do well in very warm temperatures.


Behaviour[edit]

Active mid-swimming fish.


Identification[edit]

A slender fish with a slightly humped spine. The fins are clear in colour with a sharply forked caudal fin, while the flanks are iridescent silver.

Pictures[edit]

External links[edit]

  • Fishbase (Mirrors:
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