Alpine Bullhead Cottus poecilopus
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Cottus poecilopus
Origin region
Northern Europe
Care level
Expert
Level in tank
Bottom
Adult size (cm)
12.00
Minimum tank (L)
100
Temperament
Territorial
Diet
Carnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
6.0–14.0
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
Northern Europe
Feeding
Carnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Territorial
Breeding & care
Male guards nest under stones.
Notes
Cold, fast water; similar to C. gobio.