Doctor Fish Care Guide
Garra rufa
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Bioload Score
2000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 12.0 cm / 4.7"
- Temperature
- 20–25°C (68–77°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 8.5
- Min Tank Size
- 100L (26 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous; enjoys a diet of algae, detritus, and commercial foods.
Community Compatibility
Compatible with a wide range of peaceful community fish.
Good to Know
Doctor Fish are famous for their use in spas for pedicures, known for gently exfoliating dead skin.
Gender Differences
Males and females are similar in appearance.
Stock Doctor Fish in Your Tank
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