European Bitterling (Rhodeus amarus)
Fish in the family Acheilognathidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameRhodeus amarus
FamilyAcheilognathidae
Also known asBitterling
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size3.5 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 39-72°F, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 8-20 dGH
Appearance
Deep-bodied silvery cyprinid; breeding males flush iridescent pink-violet with a green-blue flank stripe.
Difficulty and care for the European Bitterling
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Europe
Keeper notes
Peaceful shoaling cyprinid; males mildly territorial near mussels at spawning. Harmless to shrimp.
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