Thin Sharpbelly
NameThin Sharpbelly
Scientific NameHemiculter leucisculus
Common NamesThin Sharpbelly, Sharpbelly, Common Sharpbelly
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginEast Asia, China, Korea, Vietnam
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)64-79
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tetras, Danios, Rasboras, Rainbowfish, Some Loaches
Description
The Thin Sharpbelly is a slender, silvery freshwater fish native to East Asia, characterized by its active schooling behavior. It prefers well-oxygenated water with moderate flow and can grow up to 8 inches. This species is generally peaceful but can be nippy if kept in too small a tank or with very slow-moving tankmates.
