ASIA: Southeastern China, in the Canton and Hong
Kong regions of the White Cloud Mountains.
Min Tank Size:
24" or 20 gallons for a school.
Diet:
Omnivorous, flake foods, freeze-dried bloodworms,
tubifex worms, will also accept some fresh vegetables if in small
enough pieces.
Behavior:
Schooling fish, 6+ of same species preferred for
comfort of fish.
Water:
PH: 6.0 to 8.0, Temperature 61° to 72°F (18 to 22°C),
dH range: 5 - 19
Care:
Provide a gentle current, best in temperatures
under 77°F (24°C) Widely adaptable fish, can tolerate poorer water
conditions if necessary, an ideal fish for cycling a tank with
fish.
Communities:
Perfect with any other peaceful community fish,
preferably ones that can tolerate colder water.
