Fish Profiles at Pet Resources -- Unnamed Hillstream Loach

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Unnamed Hillstream Loach (Gastromyzon ridens)

Synonyms:	...	(Click to enlarge) Photo courtesy of Mia Woodman
Stats:	Adult Size: 4" (10 cm) Temp: 65-75 F (18-24 C) Tank: 36" (90 cm) minimum
Requirements:	Tank with many hiding places. Smooth rocks and current a must. Cooler River Tank environment.
Diet:	Small inverts, will accept almost anything. Sinking pellet foods especially enjoyed.
Breeding:	Some species breed in pits dug under rocks in a river tank habitat.
Sociability:	Keep in groups of at least 3, 5-7 preferrable. Not too aggressive, but not well able to defend themselves, so peaceful tankmates a must. This species is a bit more reserved than many.
Related Spec:	Gastromyzon borneensis Gastromyzon contractus Gastromyzon ctenocephalus Gastromyzon danumensis Gastromyzon fasciatus Gastromyzon lepidogaster Gastromyzon megalepis Gastromyzon monticola Gastromyzon punculatus
Special Info:	This fish is often a contaminent in shipments of Gastromyzon punculatus. More info -- River Tanks Loaches Online Hillstreams Loaches Online River Tank Article Hillstream Loach Breeding Projects