Red Tail Borneo Sucker (SK02) (4 – 5 cm)
£23.29
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The Red Tail Borneo Sucker (commonly referred to as Gastromyzon sp. SK02, Gastromyzon sahiratus, or Hypergastromyzon sp. SK02) is a small hillstream loach belonging to the family Gastromyzontidae.
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Description
Overview & Appearance
- Origin: Wild-caught in fast-flowing, clear, rocky freshwater streams in Borneo (Indonesia and Malaysia).
- Size: Grows to approximately 4–6 cm in length.
- Appearance: Features a teardrop-shaped or disc-shaped flattened body with broad, horizontally spread pectoral and pelvic fins used as a suction disc, patterned markings, and a distinctive reddish or orange-red tail (caudal fin).
Tank Requirements
- Tank Size: Minimum of 50 – 90 liters, scaled up depending on group size.
- Diet: Grazes on natural biofilm, diatoms, and soft algae from smooth stones and wood. Supplemental feeding includes sinking algae wafers, spirulina, and occasional small frozen or live foods (like brine shrimp or daphnia).
- Temperament: Peaceful and active during the day; safe with other non-aggressive, flow-loving community fish such as small danios and rasboras.
- Tank mates: Best kept in groups to be active and outgoing during daytime.
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