Katibas sucker loach Care Guide
Gastromyzon katibasensis
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Bioload Score
1600
- Max Size
- 7.0 cm / 2.8"
- Temperature
- 24–26°C (75–79°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.4
- Min Tank Size
- 76L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 3 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Feeds primarily on biofilm and algae scraped from rocks and submerged surfaces, and in aquaria will also accept supplemental foods such as sinking pellets, algae wafers, and blanched vegetables.
Community Compatibility
Best suited to a peaceful river-style community with other small, non-aggressive fish that enjoy cooler, well-oxygenated, fast-flowing water.
Good to Know
The Katibas sucker loach, *Gastromyzon katibasensis*, is a peaceful hillstream loach with a flattened body and striking patterning that lets it cling to fast-flowing rocks like a tiny aquatic gecko.
Gender Differences
Males tend to have a more angular, pronounced head shape, while females appear rounder and fuller-bodied.
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