Spotted Borneo Sucker Hillstream Loach

SPOTTED BORNEO SUCKER HILLSTREAM LOACH

Gastromyzon punctulatus

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📍 BASIC INFO

Origin: Southeast Asia – Borneo

Adult Size: 2″–2.5″

Temperament: Peaceful / Occasionally Territorial

Care Level: ⭐ Moderate

Tank Level: Bottom / Surfaces

🍽 DIET

Omnivore / Algae and Biofilm Grazer

Accepts: Natural biofilm, soft algae, algae wafers, spirulina-based foods, Repashy gel foods, blanched vegetables, baby brine shrimp, and bloodworms

✔ COMPATIBILITY

Suitable for peaceful community fish that also thrive in cool, fast-moving water. Best kept in a group of at least 4–6. Individuals may chase each other away from preferred grazing areas, but serious injury is uncommon.

💧 WATER PARAMETERS

pH: 6.5–7.5

Temperature: 68–76°F

Ammonia: 0 ppm

Nitrite: 0 ppm

Nitrate: <20 ppm

⭐ HIGHLIGHT

A uniquely shaped stream fish featuring a flattened body, spotted pattern, and specialized fins that act like suction cups, allowing it to cling to rocks in powerful currents.

📝 CARE NOTES

Requires a mature aquarium with strong current, excellent oxygenation, and pristine water. Provide smooth rocks exposed to light so natural algae and biofilm can develop. Supplemental feeding is still essential. Avoid very warm, stagnant aquariums and never add this species to a newly established tank without sufficient biofilm.

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