Common Nase Chondrostoma nasus
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Chondrostoma nasus
Origin region
Central Europe
Care level
Challenging
Level in tank
Mid-Bottom
Adult size (cm)
35.00
Minimum tank (L)
220
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Herbivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
8.0–18.0
pH
6.80–7.80
GH (dGH)
4.0–18.0
KH (dKH)
3.0–10.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–2.00
Habitat & environment
Central Europe
Feeding
Herbivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Spawns on gravel riffles in spring.
Notes
Grazer with underslung mouth; needs current and algae.