CyprinidaeFreshwater Fishexpert
Paedocypris progenetica Smallest Fish
Paedocypris progenetica
Origin: Bintan Island, Indonesia (peat swamps)
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Water Parameters
Temperature24–28 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH3.5–5
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GH (Hardness)0–2 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)0–1 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 1 cm
- Min Tank
- 10 L
- Lifespan
- 1–2
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- Yes (10–20+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Extremely peaceful; do not mix with larger fish
About
Paedocypris progenetica holds the record as the world's smallest known vertebrate and fish. Females reach only 7.9mm. A blackwater peat swamp specialist that requires very acidic, tannin-rich conditions.
Care Guide
pH 3.5–5.0, temp 24–28°C, extremely soft blackwater. Use peat filtration, Indian almond leaves, botanicals. Feed infusoria and micro-worms only. Advanced species.
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