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Rosy Bitterling Rhodeus ocellatus

Water: Freshwater

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Overview

Scientific name
Rhodeus ocellatus
Origin region
East Asia
Care level
Moderate
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
6.00
Minimum tank (L)
60
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore

Water parameters

Temperature (°C)
16.0–24.0
pH
6.80–7.80
GH (dGH)
5.0–18.0
KH (dKH)
2.0–10.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–0.00

Habitat & environment

East Asia

Feeding

Omnivore

Temperament & behaviour

Peaceful

Breeding & care

Oviposits into mussels; species tank ideal.

Notes

Unique breeding with freshwater mussels.

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Created: 2025-09-02 22:30:03
Updated: 2025-09-02 22:30:03
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