Italian Riffle Dace
NameItalian Riffle Dace
Scientific NameTelestes muticellus
Common NamesItalian Riffle Dace
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginItaly, Po River basin
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-72
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther temperate dace species, Small European gobies, River loaches
Description
The Italian Riffle Dace is a small, slender freshwater fish native to northern and central Italy. It thrives in clear, oxygen-rich, flowing waters with rocky or gravel substrates, often found in riffle zones. This peaceful, omnivorous species feeds on small invertebrates and algae.
