Imberbis Bitterling
NameImberbis Bitterling
Scientific NameAcheilognathus imberbis
Common NamesImberbis Bitterling, Korean Bitterling
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginEast Asia, Korea, China
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)3.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)64-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful cyprinids, Small loaches, Temperate gobies
Description
Acheilognathus imberbis is a small, peaceful freshwater fish native to East Asia, known for its slender body and a subtle iridescent stripe along its flank. This species is part of the bitterling group, famous for its unique reproductive strategy involving freshwater mussels, where females lay eggs inside live mussels.
