Borneo Sucker
The Spotted Borneo Sucker is a very interesting freshwater loach that is found in shallow, clear, fast-flowing waters in Western Borneo. They are a good addition to community aquariums and an interesting oddity which is also a useful scavenger. As they prefer well-oxygenated water, their aquarium should be well aerated and have good water movement (e.g. power head/filter). A water temperature of 20 -25°C is preferable to maximise dissolved oxygen level, an important prerequisite for keeping this fish.
| Name | Borneo sucker |
| Other Names | Dwarf Hillstream loaches, Hillsteam loaches, Butterfly loaches, or Sucker loaches |
| Scientific Name | Gastromyzon punctulatus (Gastromyzon sp.) |
| Tank size (minimum) | 10 gallons (~40 liters) |
| Keeping | medium |
| Breeding | Very difficult |
| Size | up to 3 – 4 cm (~ 1.5 – 2 inches) |
| Optimal Temperature | 18 °C – 25 °C (65 °F – 77 °F) |
| Optimal PH | 6.5 – 8.0 |
| Optimal GH | 2 – 15 |
| Dwellers | Bottom |
| Nitrate | Less than 20 |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Life span | up to 4 years |
| Color Form | brown, gray with white to yellow dots |
R95.00
