These little gems come from Souther China, clear water streams no wider or deeper than a few feet, with pebble bottom, surrounded by terrestrial plant life. They cohabit with Puntius semifaciolatus, Rhinogobius sp., and Caridina sp. (shrimps). The average water temperature is 70 F , while during the winter dropping below 50 F.
In the aquarium, they are very peaceful, will eagerly consume all frozen foods and pellets. They are not shy at all, will swim out into the open looking for food constantly. Their max size is 4" with the average of 3". During breeding season, their colors will intensify with shades of blue, green, red and yellow!
This particular species is new to the US hobby making its debut this year.
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