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Algae Eater
Chinese Algae Eater (Gyrinocheilus aymonieri)
| Synonyms: | CAE, Gold Algae Eater |
| Stats: |
Adult Size: 8
" (8 cm) Temp: 75-86 F (24-30 C) Tank: 36" (90 cm) minimum |
| Requirements: | Hiding Places a must. Plants for cover. Caves appreciated |
| Diet: | Algae. Prepared foods more often taken when older. |
| Breeding: | ... |
| Sociability: | Should be kept singly, and can get very territorial as it ages. Do not keep with Flat Bodied Slow moving fish, as these fish can be very tempted to attack tankmates. |
| Related Spec: | ... |
| Special Info: | Very commonly sold labeled Algae Eater. Watch out for its adult size, and temperment. |
