{"product_id":"micronemacheilus-pulcher-encyclopedic-profile-species-overview","title":"Micronemacheilus pulcher Encyclopedic Profile Species Overview","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eI. Micronemacheilus pulcher Encyclopedic Profile Species Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"420\" data-start=\"394\"\u003e← Back to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eiraaquatics.com\/collections\/loach\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1140\" data-start=\"1121\"\u003eLoach\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (genus overview)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003eMicronemacheilus pulcher belongs to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003ePhylum: Chordata\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eClass: Osteichthyes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eOrder: Cypriniformes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003eFamily: Nemacheilidae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eGenus: Micronemacheilus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eIt is a small native freshwater stream fish distributed in South China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003eThe type locality is Hainan Island. The species occurs primarily in the Pearl River system and on Hainan Island, inhabiting slow-flowing streams, small rivers, and vegetated calm sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003eWild populations are considered stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003eII. Morphology and Coloration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003eAdult size typically reaches 5–7 cm.\u003cbr data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003eBody slender and streamlined; caudal fin slightly emarginate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2619\"\u003ePelvic fin origin positioned opposite the first or second branched dorsal-fin ray. Pelvic fins usually do not reach the anus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2621\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003eSwim bladder posterior chamber well developed. Intestine U-shaped, consistent with omnivorous feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2728\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"2744\"\u003eColoration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2776\"\u003eBase coloration light reddish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2778\" data-end=\"2824\"\u003eDorsum and flanks bear reddish-brown blotches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2826\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003eAlong the lateral line runs a row of peacock-green transverse bars, sometimes showing subtle bluish iridescence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"3111\"\u003eCaudal base contains a dark brown round spot.\u003cbr data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"2988\"\u003eTwo brown bands extend along upper and lower caudal lobes, visually connecting with dorsal blotches and lateral green band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3113\" data-end=\"3194\"\u003eIn non-breeding condition, overall tone appears grey-red with subtle green sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3196\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003eDuring peak coloration:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3350\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3260\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3260\"\u003eBody shifts toward warmer red tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3261\" data-end=\"3299\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3263\" data-end=\"3299\"\u003eFins become orange-red to deep red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3350\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3302\" data-end=\"3350\"\u003eGradual red diffusion replaces grey undertones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3406\"\u003eBreeding males develop tubercles on pectoral fin rays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3408\" data-end=\"3411\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3413\" data-end=\"3453\"\u003eIII. Distribution and Natural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3455\" data-end=\"3470\"\u003eDistributed in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3472\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3472\" data-end=\"3524\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3474\" data-end=\"3524\"\u003ePearl River basin (Xijiang, Beijiang, Dongjiang)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3542\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3527\" data-end=\"3542\"\u003eHainan Island\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3543\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3545\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003eYuanjiang, Hanjiang, Jiulongjiang systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3590\" data-end=\"3646\"\u003eInhabits slow-flowing or calm vegetated stream sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3648\" data-end=\"3665\"\u003eHabitat features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3667\" data-end=\"3789\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3667\" data-end=\"3682\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3669\" data-end=\"3682\"\u003eClear water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3683\" data-end=\"3717\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3685\" data-end=\"3717\"\u003eSand and fine gravel substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3718\" data-end=\"3745\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3745\"\u003eAbundant aquatic plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3746\" data-end=\"3789\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3748\" data-end=\"3789\"\u003eWell-oxygenated but not torrential flow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3791\" data-end=\"3834\"\u003eAdaptability considered moderate to strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"3839\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3841\" data-end=\"3868\"\u003eIV. Behavior and Ecology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3870\" data-end=\"3895\"\u003eBenthic cruising species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3897\" data-end=\"3906\"\u003eFeeds on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3908\" data-end=\"3962\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3908\" data-end=\"3917\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3910\" data-end=\"3917\"\u003eAlgae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3918\" data-end=\"3941\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3920\" data-end=\"3941\"\u003eSmall invertebrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3942\" data-end=\"3962\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3944\" data-end=\"3962\"\u003eOrganic detritus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3964\" data-end=\"4017\"\u003eTemperament peaceful; no strong territorial behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4019\" data-end=\"4022\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4024\" data-end=\"4050\"\u003eV. Feeding in Captivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4052\" data-end=\"4063\"\u003eOmnivorous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4065\" data-end=\"4073\"\u003eAccepts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4075\" data-end=\"4130\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4075\" data-end=\"4094\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4077\" data-end=\"4094\"\u003eSinking pellets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4095\" data-end=\"4113\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4097\" data-end=\"4113\"\u003ePrepared feeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4114\" data-end=\"4130\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4130\"\u003eFrozen foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4132\" data-end=\"4169\"\u003eModerate current enhances coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4171\" data-end=\"4174\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4176\" data-end=\"4193\"\u003eVI. Tank Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4195\" data-end=\"4234\"\u003eRecommended tank size: 60 cm or larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4236\" data-end=\"4246\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4248\" data-end=\"4293\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4248\" data-end=\"4293\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4250\" data-end=\"4293\"\u003eFine sand mixed with small rounded gravel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4295\" data-end=\"4316\"\u003eAquascaping elements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4318\" data-end=\"4419\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4318\" data-end=\"4337\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4320\" data-end=\"4337\"\u003eRock structures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4338\" data-end=\"4356\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4340\" data-end=\"4356\"\u003ePlant clusters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4357\" data-end=\"4374\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4359\" data-end=\"4374\"\u003eShelter zones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4375\" data-end=\"4396\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4377\" data-end=\"4396\"\u003eStable filtration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4397\" data-end=\"4419\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4399\" data-end=\"4419\"\u003eModerate flow pump\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4421\" data-end=\"4424\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4426\" data-end=\"4450\"\u003eVII. Water Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4452\" data-end=\"4464\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4466\" data-end=\"4525\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4466\" data-end=\"4485\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4468\" data-end=\"4485\"\u003eOptimal 20–26°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4486\" data-end=\"4525\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4488\" data-end=\"4525\"\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure above 28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4527\" data-end=\"4598\"\u003epH 6.5–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"4537\" data-end=\"4540\"\u003eHigh dissolved oxygen\u003cbr data-start=\"4561\" data-end=\"4564\"\u003eRegular water changes recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4600\" data-end=\"4603\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4605\" data-end=\"4643\"\u003eVIII. Ecological Role and Tankmates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4645\" data-end=\"4681\"\u003eFunctions as small benthic omnivore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4683\" data-end=\"4702\"\u003eSuitable tankmates:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4704\" data-end=\"4807\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4704\" data-end=\"4731\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4706\" data-end=\"4731\"\u003eSmall hillstream gobies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4732\" data-end=\"4755\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4734\" data-end=\"4755\"\u003eOther small loaches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4756\" data-end=\"4790\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4758\" data-end=\"4790\"\u003eSmall native mid-water species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4791\" data-end=\"4807\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4793\" data-end=\"4807\"\u003eDwarf shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4809\" data-end=\"4858\"\u003eAvoid aggressive or significantly larger species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4860\" data-end=\"4863\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4865\" data-end=\"4884\"\u003eIX. Reproduction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4886\" data-end=\"4936\"\u003eSpawning typically in late spring to early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4938\" data-end=\"4979\"\u003eEggs deposited among plants or substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4981\" data-end=\"5007\"\u003eNo parental care observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5009\" data-end=\"5049\"\u003eCaptive breeding reports remain limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eira Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46392135155901,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/7181\/5869\/files\/ezgif-frame-002_d4681471-25da-4660-b31a-1d309d90ff79.png?v=1770616053","url":"https:\/\/eiraaquatics.com\/products\/micronemacheilus-pulcher-encyclopedic-profile-species-overview","provider":"Eira Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}