Description
Borneo suckers 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) | 40 liters |
| Keeping | medium |
| Breeding | Very difficult |
| Size | up to 3 – 4 cm |
| Optimal Temperature | 18 °C – 25 °C |
| Optimal PH | 6.5 – 8.0 |
| 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 |